UPDATE: In a thrilling display of skill and teamwork, the Kellam Knights boys and girls basketball teams both triumphed over the Kempsville Chiefs on December 5, 2023. The boys secured a decisive victory with a score of 74-58, while the girls crushed their opponents 77-26, showcasing their dominance in this urgent matchup.
The boys’ team was led by Brody Cooper, who delivered an impressive performance with 19 points and six assists. Teammate Trey Barnhart contributed significantly with 18 points and 10 rebounds. The Chiefs fought hard, with Christian Lynch netting 33 points, but ultimately fell short.
Meanwhile, the girls’ team established their lead early, dominating the first half with a staggering score of 48-12. Mia Spain led the Knights with 24 points, while her sister Kate Spain added 17 points. The Chiefs struggled to keep pace, with Laurel Dick scoring 12 points.
This double victory is a significant boost for Kellam as they continue their season in the Beach District. The performances of both teams highlight their potential to contend for top honors this year, making their upcoming matches highly anticipated.
Elsewhere in the 757Teamz Top 15, other notable results included Denbigh defeating Hampton 49-44, where Victor George led the Patriots with 14 points. In girls’ basketball, Menchville dominated Warwick 85-24, thanks to Maddie Leach‘s stellar performance of 22 points and nine assists.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Kellam as they look to build on this momentum in their next games. Fans are eagerly awaiting the upcoming matchups, ready to support their teams in what promises to be an exhilarating season of high school basketball.
Stay tuned for more updates on these developing stories as the teams gear up for their next challenges!
