Velma Jackson unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Pelahatchie Chiefs and fell 64-34. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Falcons have suffered since November 23, 2024.
Despite the loss, Velma Jackson saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Ethan Cook posted 16 points. Another player making a difference was Christopher Mitchell, who put up four points and ten boards.
Laterrion Irvin went supernova For Pelahatchie., putting up 32 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Tyson Beeman, who scored nine points.
Velma Jackson didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 52-40 defeat against Leake County on the 6th. As for Pelahatchie, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 57-43 loss against Piney Woods on the 6th.
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