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Daniel Murphy, former Columbus East High School standout, played on Saturday, December 9 in NAIA game

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Olivet Nazarene Fighting Tigers Coach Nick Birkey (2024) | Olivet Nazarene Fighting Tigers

Olivet Nazarene Fighting Tigers Coach Nick Birkey (2024) | Olivet Nazarene Fighting Tigers

On Saturday, December 9, former Columbus East High School standout, Daniel Murphy’s current college team, the Olivet Nazarene Fighting Tigers, lost 78-81 in their NAIA game against the Roosevelt Lakers.

The game took place in Bourbonnais, Illinois. This was the first matchup against the Roosevelt Lakers this season.

The Olivet Nazarene Fighting Tigers’ next game is scheduled for Monday, December 18 at 7 p.m. in Hilo, Hawaii.

Name: Daniel Murphy
Position: Guard
Hometown: Columbus
Height: 6′3″

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