Ocean Springs was handed a 24-point loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Monday. They had just enough and edged the Harrison Central Red Rebels out 57-54. That's the third time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 52-50 last Monday.
Harrison Central's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Shaun Murray, who posted 19 points and seven boards. Another player making a difference was Nehemiah Barnett, who went 6 for 13 on his way to 13 points and five assists.
The victory got Ocean Springs back to even at 11-11. As for Harrison Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 11 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-18 record this season.
As of now, neither Ocean Springs nor Harrison Central have any future games scheduled.
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