Basketball Recap: Holmes County's Win on Thursday Extends Winning Streak to Three + How To Watch

Malone came into Thursday's game looking for another win against Holmes County, but Clyde Roche wouldn't allow it. The Blue Devils came out on top in a nail-biter against the Tigers on Thursday, sneaking past 46-44 thanks in part to Roche, who almost dropped a double-double with 19 points and nine rebounds. Roche is also crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least four every time he's taken the court this season.

Malone's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Donis Mesidor, who went 5-for-7 on his way to 13 points and seven boards, and Jamerious Sims, who posted ten points and five rebounds. Jamir Smith was another key player, putting up six points.

Blue Devils

Previous 3 Games

11/20/25 @ Malone	46-44
11/18/25 vs Poplar Springs	71-39
11/17/25 vs Emmanuel Christian	98-26

The victory was the third in a row for Holmes County, bringing their record up to 3-0. Those wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 71.7 points this season. As for Malone, their record now sits at 0-2.

Holmes County will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Sneads at 6:45 p.m. on December 2. As for Malone, they will take on Munroe at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The matchup will give the Tigers their first taste of in-conference action this season.