Quentin Morgan leads a balanced attack to beat Thomas Jefferson

By Team Reports Jan 13, 2024, 3:23pm

Recap: Deep Run Wildcats vs. Thomas Jefferson Vikings

The Deep Run Wildcats won the last time they faced the Thomas Jefferson Vikings, and things went their way on Friday too. Deep Run strolled past Thomas Jefferson with points to spare, taking the game 53-38.

Deep Run got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Quentin Morgan out in front who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 11 rebounds. Morgan is on a roll when it comes to blocks, as he's now posted two or more in the last nine games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Kemji Onyiuke, who scored eight points along with five rebounds and three steals.

Deep Run's victory bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Thomas Jefferson, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-7.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Deep Run will square off against Glen Allen at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Thomas Jefferson, they will head out on the road to face off against Hermitage at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Hermitage presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Thomas Jefferson in Virginia (Hermitage is ranked 42nd, while Thomas Jefferson is ranked 264th).