After flying high against Dietrich on Friday, Murtaugh came back down to earth. The Red Devils fell 39-34 to the Mackay Miners on Saturday. The Red Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Miners apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in December of 2021.
Mackay's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Cooper Holt led the charge by putting up nine points and eight rebounds. Holt has been hot, having also posted two or more steals the last five times he's played. Jesse Barger was another key player, scoring nine points and six boards.
Murtaugh's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Mackay, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Coming up, Murtaugh will look to takes advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they takes on Sun Valley Community at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Mackay, they will challenge Non Varsity Tournament Opponent at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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