Brandon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They took a blow against the Sumner Stingrays, falling 83-49. The Eagles lost against the Stingrays in their previous head to head back in January, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 83-23 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why Brandon lost, don't look at Messiah McKinley. Despite the final result, he posted 22 points. Another player making a difference was Tyler Cole, who scored nine points.
Sumner got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jamareis Conyers out in front who put up 13 points in addition to six rebounds and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Christian Kendrick, who went 6 of 10 on his way to 15 points and four steals.
Brandon's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Sumner, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 6-2 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Brandon will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Bloomingdale at 8:00 p.m. on January 7, 2025. As for Sumner, they will venture away from home to face off against Winthrop College Prep Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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