South Lawrence Basketball Teams Complete Perfect Week with Sweeps of New Prospect and Bridgeforth
The South Lawrence Lady Stallions and Stallions enjoyed a successful week on the basketball court, sweeping New Prospect on Monday, November 9, and Bridgeforth on Thursday, November 12, to improve both teams' records to 5-1.
After suffering their first losses of the season against E.O. Coffman the previous week, both South Lawrence teams responded with consecutive victories, combining aggressive defense with strong offensive contributions from their starting lineups and younger players.
The Lady Stallions defeated New Prospect 38-11 before rolling past Bridgeforth 57-19. The Stallions earned a commanding 60-18 victory at New Prospect and followed with a hard-fought 59-42 home win over Bridgeforth.
Monday: South Lawrence Sweeps New Prospect
Lady Stallions Use Strong Second Half for 38-11 Victory
The South Lawrence girls found themselves in a defensive battle during the opening half at New Prospect.
Neither team could establish much offensive rhythm early, with the Lady Stallions holding a narrow 3-2 advantage after the first quarter.
South Lawrence extended its lead to 10-7 by halftime, but the Lady Tigers remained within striking distance.
The second half belonged to South Lawrence.
The Lady Stallions increased their defensive pressure, creating turnovers and converting those opportunities into points.
South Lawrence outscored New Prospect 19-2 in the third quarter, turning a three-point halftime advantage into a commanding 29-9 lead.
The Lady Stallions continued their strong defensive effort in the fourth quarter, allowing just two additional points while adding nine of their own.
Izzy Methvin led South Lawrence with 14 points, followed closely by Soleil James with 13.
Emmy Wright contributed seven points, while Reagan Stutts and Reese Rutledge added two points each.
The Lady Stallions outscored New Prospect 28-4 in the second half to secure the convincing 38-11 victory.
Stallions Dominate New Prospect, 60-18
The South Lawrence boys followed with an equally impressive performance, taking control almost immediately.
Corbin Roberson opened the scoring with a three-pointer, setting the tone for a fast start.
The Stallions' defensive pressure caused numerous problems for New Prospect, resulting in steals and transition opportunities.
South Lawrence jumped out to an 18-2 lead after the first quarter and extended that advantage to 35-12 by halftime.
The Stallions continued their strong play after the break, building a 52-14 lead through three quarters before closing out the 60-18 victory.
Huntley Daniels led South Lawrence with 16 points, while Ryker James contributed 15 and Briggs Gordon added 12.
Easton Bowers finished with six points, Madden Johns and Hank Hood scored four each, and Roberson added three.
The victory showcased South Lawrence's ability to create offense through its defense while receiving balanced contributions throughout the lineup.
Thursday: Lady Stallions Roll Past Bridgeforth, 57-19
Returning to their home court Thursday evening, the Lady Stallions continued their winning ways against the Bridgeforth Lady Bobcats.
Bridgeforth presented an early challenge, particularly with the inside presence of Mykah Parker, who blocked several shots and provided much of the Lady Bobcats' offense.
South Lawrence opened the scoring with a three-pointer from Izzy Methvin, while Soleil James helped create opportunities through aggressive defense, steals, and passing.
The Lady Stallions held an 11-6 advantage after the first quarter before beginning to pull away in the second.
Methvin continued attacking the basket, while Molly Stone provided an important presence inside.
Reagan Stutts connected on a three-pointer, and sixth grader Reese Rutledge contributed valuable minutes off the bench, converting free throws and helping maintain South Lawrence's momentum.
By halftime, the Lady Stallions had extended their lead to 30-12.
South Lawrence took complete control in the third quarter.
The Lady Stallions' defensive pressure made it increasingly difficult for Bridgeforth to establish an offensive rhythm. South Lawrence held the Lady Bobcats to just two points in the period while scoring 19.
By the end of the third quarter, South Lawrence had built a commanding 49-14 lead.
With the outcome no longer in doubt, the Lady Stallions' younger players received additional opportunities in the fourth quarter.
Baylor Kate Tipps enjoyed her highest-scoring performance of the season, finishing with seven points. Rutledge added six, while Scarlett Quillen and Indie Hagan each contributed two points.
Hagan's fourth-quarter basket marked her first points of the season.
Methvin led South Lawrence with 17 points, followed by Stone with nine.
Emmy Wright and Tipps contributed seven points each, Rutledge scored six, Stutts finished with five, and James, Quillen, and Hagan added two apiece.
Although James scored just two points, her defensive intensity, rebounding, and ability to create opportunities for her teammates continued to make her an important contributor.
The Lady Stallions completed the 57-19 victory, improving to 5-1.
Perhaps one of the most encouraging aspects of the win was South Lawrence's depth, with the younger players combining for 17 points off the bench.
Stallions Hold Off Determined Bridgeforth Team, 59-42
Thursday's boys' matchup provided a much different challenge than Monday's lopsided victory at New Prospect.
Bridgeforth came ready to compete, and both teams found themselves in a tightly contested opening quarter.
South Lawrence struggled to establish its usual offensive rhythm early, but Corbin Roberson connected on a three-pointer, while Madden Johns made plays attacking the basket and converting free throws.
The Stallions held a slim 9-8 lead after the first quarter.
South Lawrence began finding its offensive rhythm in the second period.
Johns connected on a three-pointer, while Easton Bowers provided a major spark off the bench.
Bowers knocked down a three-pointer and later converted a basket and free throw following a steal, helping South Lawrence build momentum.
Ryker James also contributed offensively, while Hank Hood began finding opportunities around the basket.
The Stallions put together an impressive stretch late in the second quarter, outscoring Bridgeforth 25-10 during the period to build a 34-18 halftime advantage.
Bridgeforth, however, refused to go away.
The Bobcats battled back during the third quarter, with Hollis Neal providing a scoring threat from beyond the three-point line and EJ Garrett contributing around the basket.
Bridgeforth outscored South Lawrence 12-9 in the third period, trimming the Stallions' lead to 43-30 entering the fourth quarter.
The Bobcats continued applying pressure in the final period, eventually cutting the deficit to 10 points.
Hood became an important offensive presence down the stretch, converting baskets inside and making key free throws.
Johns helped manage the basketball against Bridgeforth's pressure, while James contributed another important basket late in the contest.
South Lawrence maintained its composure and converted late free throws to put the game away.
Hood finished with a team-high 17 points, his highest-scoring performance of the season.
Johns and James contributed 13 points each, giving the Stallions three players in double figures.
Bowers finished with eight points off the bench, Roberson added five, Gordon scored two, and Daniels contributed one.
The Stallions completed the 59-42 victory, improving their season record to 5-1.
Both Teams Look to Continue Winning Momentum
With four victories over New Prospect and Bridgeforth, South Lawrence completed an undefeated week and demonstrated the depth and determination of both basketball programs.
The Lady Stallions were particularly impressive defensively, allowing just 30 combined points across their two victories while scoring 95.
The Stallions scored 119 combined points in their two wins, displaying a balanced offensive attack and the ability to respond when facing a determined opponent.
The Lady Stallions are scheduled to participate in the Deshler Tournament in Alabama on Saturday, November 14.
Both South Lawrence teams are scheduled to return home Monday, November 16, to face Leoma. A boys' junior varsity contest is scheduled for 4:30 p.m., followed by the girls' game at 6:00 p.m. and the boys' game at 7:00 p.m.
With both teams now sitting at 5-1, South Lawrence will look to build on its strong start to the season.
Fans are encouraged to come out and support the Lady Stallions and Stallions as they continue their 2026-27 basketball campaigns.
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