The Deep Run Wildcats won the last time they faced the Thomas Jefferson Vikings, and things went their way on Friday too. Deep Run took down Thomas Jefferson 53-38.
Deep Run's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Quentin Morgan led the charge by dropping a double-double on 11 points and 11 rebounds. Morgan is on a roll when it comes to blocks, as he's now posted two or more in the last nine games he's played. Another player making a difference was Kemji Onyiuke, who scored eight points along with five rebounds and three steals.
When it comes to explaining why Thomas Jefferson lost, one person who can't be blamed is Cameron Sampson. Despite the final result, he scored 16 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Torel Clark, who scored eight points.
Deep Run's win bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Thomas Jefferson, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Deep Run will square off against Glen Allen at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Thomas Jefferson, they will head out on the road to take on Hermitage at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Hermitage presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Thomas Jefferson in Virginia (Hermitage is ranked 42nd, while Thomas Jefferson is ranked 264th).
