The Coldspring Trojans faced a challenging matchup against the Livingston Lions on Tuesday night, ultimately falling 82-41 in a game that highlighted the strength of the 4A Lions against the 3A Trojans.
The game started slowly for Coldspring, with the Trojans managing only five points in the first quarter. Despite finding their rhythm late in the fourth quarter, the deficit was too large to overcome. The Trojans’ scoring breakdown revealed their struggle to keep pace: 5 points in the first quarter, 11 in the second, 7 in the third, and 18 in the final quarter.
Livingston showcased their dominance throughout the game, using their height advantage to control both ends of the court. Their ability to shoot effectively from anywhere made it nearly impossible for Coldspring to mount a comeback.
Despite the tough loss, several Trojans made notable contributions. Eric Sykes led the team with 11 points, while Cadyn Barton added 10. Jayden Kelley and Bryan Douglas chipped in with 6 and 4 points, respectively.
The Trojans went 2-4 at the Buna Tournament over the weekend.
On Thursday, Coldspring won over Pineywoods Community Academy 50-38, but lost to LaMarque 66-38. Then on Friday, the Trojans lost to Lumberton 51-50 and to Shepherd 55-35. On Saturday they won 63-43 over Liberty, but were downed again by Lumberton 50-37.
Shepherd
The Pirates finished in second place in the Buna Tournament, losing to LaMarque in the championship game.
Braydon White, Brayden Mettlen and Darrian Matthews were voted to the All-Tournament Team.
On Thursday, Shepherd lost to LaMarque 59-46, but won over Lumberton 53-41. White scored 24 points against LaMarque and 19 against Lumberton to lead the team in scoring.
On Friday, Shepherd beat Pineywoods Community Academy 53-43 and defeated Coldspring 55-35. White tossed in 20 points to Brayden Mettlen’s 10 in the first game, while Mettlen led the team in the second game with 13 points, followed by Rogelio Covarrubias with 12.
On Saturday, Shepherd downed Buna 55-48 behind Mettlen’s 16 points and White’s 12; but lost in the title game to LaMarque. White led the team with 11 points in the final.
On Dec. 3, Shepherd downed Kashmere 56-43. Brayden White was a monster, finished the game with 29 points and 17 rebounds. Joshua Stowe chipped in 13 points.
