Callaway lost to Brandon back in November of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. The Callaway Chargers sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 65-63 victory over the Brandon Bulldogs.
Brandon's loss came despite strong showings from Braylon Barnes and Braelyn Bailey. Barnes went 6 for 10 from beyond the arc en route to 29 points plus five rebounds, while Bailey went 6 for 14 en route to 18 points plus five rebounds and three steals. Barnes' evening made it seven games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Rufus Sampson, who scored six points in addition to eight rebounds and six assists.
Callaway now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Brandon, their loss ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Callaway will challenge Lanier at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Callaway's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season. As for Brandon, they will square off against Warren Central at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Brandon is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 52 points per game this season.
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