Copiah Academy has been on the road for four straight, but on Tuesday they'll finally head home. They will take on the East Rankin Academy Patriots at 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Copiah Academy has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
Copiah Academy extended their postseason success on Saturday against Brookhaven Academy. Everything went their way against the Cougars as they made off with a 62-42 win. Copiah Academy's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, East Rankin Academy is ranked highly in their home state, and on Saturday they took on another highly ranked team in the form of Rossville Christian Academy. East Rankin Academy fell just short of Rossville Christian Academy by a score of 34-31. East Rankin Academy's loss signaled the end of their four-game winning streak.
Copiah Academy's victory bumped their record up to 2-15. As for East Rankin Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 33-7.
Copiah Academy might still be hurting after the 49-29 loss they got from East Rankin Academy when the teams last played back in November of 2023. Will Copiah Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
