Southampton lost to Sussex Central back in February of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Wednesday. The Southampton Indians strolled past the Sussex Central Tigers with points to spare, taking the game 69-53. Given the Indians' advantage in MaxPreps' Virginia basketball rankings (they are ranked 129th, while the Tigers are ranked 333rd), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Southampton had a senior duo take command as Tyrell Beverly dropped a double-double on 18 points and 14 rebounds and Israel Key went 7 for 14 en route to 21 points in addition to six boards and three steals. Those 21 points set a new season-high mark for Key. Miguel Bradshaw also deserves some recognition as he posted his first block of the season.
Southampton smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in ten consecutive contests.
Indians
| 01/15/25 vs Sussex Central | 69-53 |
| 01/14/25 vs Nandua | 66-55 |
| 12/18/24 vs Arcadia | 80-73 |
| 12/17/24 vs Franklin | 61-53 |
| 12/16/24 vs Ridgecroft | 80-57 |
| + 3 more games |
Southampton pushed their record up to 9-1 with the victory, which was their eighth straight at home. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 70.1 points per game. As for Sussex Central, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-5.
Southampton wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 55-52 win against Franklin on the 17th. As for Sussex Central, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 57-17 victory against Appomattox Regional Governor's Arts & Tech on the 17th.
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