Rebels take season opener 56-52

The Rebels started the season right Friday night by beating Lanier County 56-52 in Nashville.   The game went back in forth the entire first half, both teams not being able to pull away.  Lanier ceased control in the 3rd quarter and went ahead of the Rebels 40-33.  After a quick timeout to get their heads together, the Rebels started playing to their tempo and went on a 17-3 run.  Despite poor free throw shooting throughout the game, the Rebels hit clutch free throws down the stretch and fought off a last minute comeback from Lanier.   Berrien was led by Taurus Wilson, whose post play help set the tempo and give BHS the momentum during the latter stages of the 3rd quarter and throughout the 4th as well.  Gervonne, "Vito" Bellamy also had 10 points including a clutch 3 pointer during Berrien's big run.  Keddron West consistently handled the ball and was a leader on the court.

    This was first year coach Patrick McClure's first victory at the Varsity level.  Coach McClure says, "This was  a team effort and only possible because the boys played extremely hard and focused on their jobs on the court.  We need to get better in a lot of different areas, but with only nine practices under our belt, I thought they did very well.  Tonight was a dream come true for me and it couldn't of gone any better  thanks to these players."

Berrien Boys JV also won heavily against Laniers JV.  The JV squad was led by Drew Anderson, Treshaad Williams, and Chris Capers.  

Berrien will be in action Tuesday night against Baker County in Nashville @ 7:30.

Rebels win scrimmage, look forward to Lanier County Friday Night

Berrien Boy's scored the first basket Saturday night at Ware Magnet and never looked back. Berrien's pressure defense forced many turnovers and caused numerous fast breaks for the Rebels which gave them a 21 point lead going into halftime. The Rebels were led by Khalid Lammar with 23 points, but gave an overall team effort that produced numerous players with six points or more.

The Rebels will be in action Friday night in their Season Opener against Lanier County. The game will start as soon as the girls are over (tentatively 8:30).

Boys Basketball Parent Meeting Tuesday Nov. 18 @ 6:00pm

The Boys basketball program will have a mandatory parent meeting Nov. 18 at 6:00 pm in the Commons Area at Berrien High School. This meeting will serve as a meet and greet for players, parents, and the new coaching staff. BBQ will be served, but we ask that all parents bring a 12-pack of soda that will be served at the concession stand this year. I look forward to meeting all of the parents and show the new direction of Berrien Basketball.

Scrimmage vs. Ware Magnet Saturday Nov. 15

Tryouts are over, football is over, and the roster is set for the new basketball season. This year brings back 5 experienced seniors, but it also brings a brand new system of basketball. The players are working extremely hard this week thus far and are trying to keep up with the learning curve. With only one week of practice, I'm hoping that this Saturday will serve as a learning experience and show what areas need more work and what players will step up and show they are aboard the new REBEL train. The game is at Ware Magnet and will start after the girls game (7:30ish). Hope to see everybody there.