Poplar Bluff had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They escaped with a win on Tuesday against the New Madrid County Central Eagles by the margin of a single free throw, 51-50. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 58-35 back in December of 2024.
New Madrid County 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 Ra'Mond Brooks, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 12 rebounds. The dominant performance also gave Brooks a new career-high in blocks (six). Another player making a difference was Marvion Cranford, who posted seven points and 14 boards.
Poplar Bluff's victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-3 and their overall record up to 6-11. As for New Madrid County Central, their record is now 4-12.
Poplar Bluff and New Madrid County Central could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Missouri Rankings. Poplar Bluff (ranked 222nd) will meet Sikeston (ranked 13th) at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Poplar Bluff is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses. Similarly, New Madrid County Central will challenge Richland at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday down 238 places (373 vs. 135).
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