The James F. Byrnes Rebels came tearing into Monday's game with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 15.3 points) and they left with even more momentum. They walked away with a 60-52 victory over Keenan. Given James F. Byrnes' advantage in MaxPreps' South Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked ninth, while Keenan is ranked 85th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
James F. Byrnes had a senior duo take command as Will Fowler scored 15 points and Kayzzin McDowell scored 11 points along with six rebounds and three steals. McDowell hasn't dropped below two steals for six straight games. Colt Fowler was another key contributor, scoring 12 points.
James F. Byrnes has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 15-4 record this season. As for Keenan, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-14.
James F. Byrnes won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Dorman at 7:30 p.m. on January 16th. Dorman will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak alive. Keenan won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Gray Collegiate Academy at 7:30 p.m. on January 16th. Gray Collegiate Academy is coming into the game hot, having won their last six games.
