TCHS Basketball hosted a jamboree on Saturday, October 28th, featuring a series of exciting matches. The day began with the JV boys securing a hard-fought victory over Hickory Flat, winning 32-29. Next, the Lady Braves varsity took on rival Biggersville. Although they had a slow start, the Lady Braves quickly found their rhythm, ultimately winning with a score of 37-25.

The TCHS varsity boys faced a challenging match against Hickory Flat, falling behind early at 11-0 before hitting a crucial 3-pointer. This score held at the end of the first of two periods. The Braves showed resilience and took the lead with just 3:20 left in the game. The match saw several lead changes, and with the game tied at 24, the Braves missed two free throws that could have given them the lead. Unfortunately, Hickory Flat managed to hit the winning basket with only 6 seconds left on the clock, securing a narrow 26-24 victory.

The Lady Braves JV team had their turn against Corinth and delivered an impressive performance, winning 37-8, with standout plays from Baylon Middleton. In contrast, the TCHS boys varsity faced Pine Grove and faced a 29-21 defeat. Wrapping up the jamboree, the Lady Braves varsity sealed the event with a dominating win over Hatley, with a final score of 56-19. TCHS Basketball is now preparing for the official start of their season on Tuesday, November 7th, with a matchup against Alcorn Central.

TCHS Lady Braves’ Arlei and Kalei Cummings

I have written about the two sets of sisters that will be playing for TCHS Lady Braves Basketball this upcoming season but, in my old age, I forgot there is a 3rd set of sisters that will be taking the floor for the Lady Braves.

Arlei and Kalei Cummings (Parents, Peyton and Candace Cummings) are excited to be a part of Lady Braves Basketball and will be looking to contribute to the team’s success. Arlei and Kalei have been playing basketball since they were old enough to dribble a ball, their mom told me. They did competition cheer for 3 years, but decided that they wanted to focus more on basketball.

Arlei and Kalei really started getting serious about basketball their 6th grade year, their dad, Payton Cummings, has coached them all through their younger years. Good luck to these young ladies, as their season officially gets started on Nov. 7th at Alcorn Central, and to all our Braves, Lady Braves and their coaches.