Fruitdale hasn't had much luck against Southern Choctaw recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Fruitdale Pirates will welcome the Southern Choctaw Indians at 6:30 p.m.
Fruitdale is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 33rd straight game dating back to last season on Tuesday. They were outmatched by Leroy and fell 68-36. The Pirates were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 42-17.
Meanwhile, Southern Choctaw beat Millry 59-52 on Tuesday.
Fruitdale better keep an eye on Lamarrance Thompson. He was instrumental in Southern Choctaw's win, putting up 23 points in addition to six rebounds and five assists. The team also got some help courtesy of Antonio McGee Jr, who posted 12 points and eight boards.
Southern Choctaw's victory bumped their record up to 9-2. As for Fruitdale, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-12.
Fruitdale was taken down by Southern Choctaw 66-23 in their previous matchup back in December of 2024. That match was all but decided by halftime, at which point Fruitdale was down 38-14.
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