Newnan Heritage topped Locust Grove Strong Rock Christian 65-61 in a tough tilt in a Georgia boys basketball matchup on Jan. 26.
Locust Grove Strong Rock Christian showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 11-7 advantage over Newnan Heritage as the first quarter ended.
The Hawks’ offense darted in front for a 27-21 lead over the Patriots at halftime.
Newnan Heritage thundered to a 54-38 lead heading into the fourth quarter.
The Patriots narrowed the gap 23-11 in the final quarter but it was too little, too late.
Last season, Newnan Heritage and Locust Grove Strong Rock Christian squared off on Jan. 27, 2023 at Locust Grove Strong Rock Christian High School.
In recent action on Jan. 19, Newnan Heritage faced off against Columbus Brookstone.
Check out our complete boys basketball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action.
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