UPDATE: In a nail-biting finish, the No. 1 Landstown Eagles overcame the No. 8 Nansemond River Warriors with a score of 63-58 during “The Way” Hoopfest at Woodside on December 16, 2023. This victory marks a significant moment for Landstown as they strive to maintain their top ranking in boys basketball.
Damien Robinson led the charge for Landstown with an impressive 27 points, along with five rebounds and three assists. His standout performance was pivotal in keeping the Eagles ahead. Rashad Shaw also contributed significantly, scoring 11 points and dishing out five assists, while Josiah Law added eight points, seven rebounds, and three assists to the team’s success.
For Nansemond River, Taron Atwater put up a valiant effort, scoring 20 points, while Jeremiah Broome added 14 points. Despite their strong performance, the Warriors were unable to close the gap in the final minutes.
In other action, No. 4 Lake Taylor dominated John Marshall with a score of 62-33. Jamari Edwards showcased his talent with 14 points, six rebounds, four assists, and four steals, leading the Titans to a decisive victory against a retooling Justices team from Richmond.
Meanwhile, the No. 5 Hampton Crabbers triumphed over Manor, scoring 77-43. Joshua Rice was the star of the game, netting 21 points, while teammates Jaidon Johnson and Jawaun Tucker added 16 and 13 points, respectively.
In private school action, Atlantic Shores secured an 83-76 victory against Cypress Creek from Florida during the Seahawk Classic in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Justin Jones led his team with 21 points and seven assists, while Noah Eddy contributed 18 points and ten rebounds.
The girls’ side also saw significant matchups. The No. 2 Catholic Crusaders crushed Collegiate, winning 80-17. Justice Brown-Jones and Lauryn Loritts each scored 14 points, leading the charge for Catholic.
In a thrilling contest, No. 3 Menchville defeated No. 7 Manor 75-51. Game MVP TaNya Henson stood out with 17 points, 14 rebounds, and five blocks, while Nevaeh Reid celebrated scoring her 1,000th career point in the game.
As the season progresses, basketball fans are eagerly watching how these teams will fare in upcoming matchups. Stay tuned for further updates as these thrilling high school basketball games continue to unfold.
