Thomas Heyward Academy took care of business in their home opener on Monday. They came out on top against the Patrick Henry Academy Patriots by a score of 56-48. This was payback for the Rebels, who suffered a 57-41 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Patrick Henry Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Mikell Tucker Mathis and Trey Adkins. Mathis dropped a double-double on 16 points and 12 rebounds, while Adkins almost dropped a double-double on 18 points and nine boards. The dominant performance also gave Mathis a new career-high in steals (two).
Patrick Henry Academy now has a losing record at 2-3.
Thomas Heyward Academy will challenge Colleton Prep Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Patrick Henry Academy, they will be defending their home court for the first time this season when they go up against St. John's Christian Academy at 7:15 p.m. on Friday.
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