There's no place like home for Belfry, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They walked away with a 62-49 victory over the Mingo Central Miners on Saturday. For the Pirates, this counts as revenge for the 55-43 win the Miners walked away with the last time they faced one another back in February of 2024.
Belfry's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Carter Jude, who went 6 of 12 en route to 17 points and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Brody Little, who posted 15 points and six rebounds.
Pirates
| 01/04/25 vs Mingo Central | 14 |
| 12/28/24 vs Magoffin County | 10 |
| 12/27/24 vs Shroder Paideia Academy | 8 |
| 12/23/24 vs Barbourville | 7 |
| 01/03/25 @ Paintsville | 6 |
Belfry smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive boards they've managed all season.
Belfry's win bumped their record up to 6-8. As for Mingo Central, they dropped their record down to 2-4 with the loss, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Belfry will challenge East Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mingo Central, they will head out to take on Phelps at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Phelps' favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last three games.
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