Mississippi High School Basketball - Florence succumbs to Laurel
January 6, 2024: Laurel, MS 39440 The Laurel Golden Tornadoes topped the visiting Florence Eagles basketball team by a final score of 45-36 in Saturday's non-league game.
In their next game, the Golden Tornadoes face the Wayne County War Eagles (Waynesboro, MS) in a 5A Region 4 game, on Tuesday, January 9. Laurel will attempt to move on its 13-3 season record.
With the defeat, Florence moves to 13-7 on the year. The Eagles travel to South Jones (Ellisville, MS) to face the Braves in a 5A Region 3 game on Tuesday, January 9. The Braves enter the game with a record of 3-12. South Jones lost 47-32 in their recent league game against North Pike (Summit, MS)