On Saturday, January 20, former John Overton High School standout Derek Murphy’s college team won in an NAIA game

Southeastern Fire Coach Randy Lee (2024) | Southeastern Fire

By Polk Times

Jan 21, 2024

On Saturday, January 20, former John Overton High School standout, Derek Murphy’s current college team, the Southeastern Fire, won 94-92 in their NAIA game against the Coastal Georgia Mariners.

The game took place in Lakeland, Florida. This was the first matchup against the Coastal Georgia Mariners this season.

The Southeastern Fire’s next game is scheduled for Wednesday, January 24 at 7:30 p.m. in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Name: Derek Murphy

Position: Guard

Hometown: Nashville

Height: 6′2″

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