Basketball Recap: Thursday's Win Is Patrick Henry's 17th in Last 18 Outings

Rebels

Margin (Wins)

02/04/25 vs Honaker	60
01/22/25 vs Rural Retreat	56
01/17/25 @ Honaker	55
01/24/25 @ Northwood	50
02/18/25 vs Northwood	48

Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but only Patrick Henry walked away with it. They blew past the J.I. Burton Black Raiders, posting a 74-46 win. The Rebels have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 17 contests by 26 points or more this season.

Patrick Henry's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Cole Caywood, who shot 73% from the field on his way to 20 points and six boards. The game was Caywood's fourth in a row with at least 18 points. Carson Street was another key player, going 5-for-12 to rack up 15 points and five assists.

Patrick Henry smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive boards in six consecutive matches.

Patrick Henry is on a roll lately: they've won 17 of their last 18 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 24-3 record this season. With the defeat, J.I. Burton broke their three-game winning streak and moved their record to 11-11.

Patrick Henry wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 68-63 win against Chilhowie on the 28th. J.I. Burton does not have any more games scheduled as of now.