BPC Drops Two Games
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Last week the Brewton- Parker College Barons basketball team traveled to Thomas University to face off with the Night Hawks and then hosted the Mobile Rams. Both games were conference games with the Barons dropping them both. vs. Thomas
The Barons traveled to Thomasville to take on the Night Hawks on January 7, 2025, and despite a thrilling back-and-forth game, the Barons could not complete the comeback they started at the end of the first half. The Barons did everything in their power to overcome the deficit they found themselves in, and they tied the game up just before halftime. They even hit a three to take the lead late in the game before the Night Hawks tied the game with under two minutes to go.
The game started with both teams trading chances and leads early on, and both teams were evenly matched. By halftime, the scoreboard read a nail-biting 41-41, with the Barons erasing an eight-point deficit in the final five minutes of the first half. Brewton-Parker displayed remarkable resilience, tying the game with just 41 seconds left before the break. Dre Burroughs shone throughout the game, scoring a team-high 23 points, five rebounds, and a crucial steal.
Two Barons put up double-doubles on the stat sheet; Tommy J Tisdale III contributed significantly with 16 points and a notable 10 rebounds, while Ferlin Joseph Jr. added 14 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. The Barons' teamwork was evident, with players like Sam Faraday-Bensley and Kamari Johnson adding vital blocks and rebounds to the defense.
The Barons and Night Hawks found the second half to be much like the first half, with both teams trading chances and remaining tied before going to overtime to decide the winner. Despite Brewton-Parker's best efforts, Brewton-Parker couldn't seal a victory, with the Night Hawks taking the lead in overtime and not giving it up. The Barons now hold a record of 6 wins and 10 losses, with a conference record standing at 2-4.
vs. Mobile
The Barons hosted the Mobile Rams in a thrilling back-and-forth conference match in Mount Vernon. The Rams proved to be too much for the Barons to stop. The Barons came up just short with a final score of 84-88. The game was a rollercoaster, featuring multiple lead changes that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Rams took a significant lead by halftime, outscoring the Barons 46-38. The second half saw Brewton-Parker fighting to cut the lead. The Barons were led by top scorer Tommy J Tisdale III, who amassed an impressive 26 points. Notable performances from Ferlin Joseph Jr. and Dre Burroughs, who each added 16 points, were also featured. Joseph Jr. also dominated the boards with 11 rebounds.
Key moments that defined the game included a critical threepointer by Mobile's BJ Comer, which significantly extended their lead during the second quarter. The Barons did not back down easily, staging a late rally spearheaded by three-pointers from Dre Burroughs, but they were unable to overcome the deficit.
Brewton-Parker aims to regroup and focus on their next challenge against Life University in Marietta, Ga. As they continue their season with a current record of 6-10 and 2-5 in the conference, the Barons are determined to improve and bounce back the rest of the way.
