Mississippi High School Basketball - Newton trounced by Leake Academy
January 20, 2025: Newton, MS 39345 The Newton Tigers basketball squad (Newton, MS), was crushed 65-38 in Monday's non-league battle with the visiting Leake Academy Rebels (Madden, MS)
With the victory, Leake Academy advances its record to 27-1 on the year. The Rebels host Wayne Academy (Waynesboro, MS) to meet the Jaguars in a MAIS 5A District 2 battle on Thursday, January 23. The Jaguars enter the battle with a record of 6-22. Wayne Academy lost 62-24 in their recent league battle against East Rankin Academy (Pelahatchie, MS)
The Tigers now own a 16-5 record.