WC freshmen boys defeated Clinton 47-44

Last updated: October 23, 2026

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) —

Warren Central’s junior high and freshman basketball teams traveled to Clinton on Thursday, where the freshman boys remained undefeated with a close victory over the Arrows.

The freshman Vikings improved to 2-0 on the season after securing a 47-44 win over Clinton.

WC jumped out to a 14-11 lead in the first quarter before extending its advantage to 27-17 by halftime. Jaydon Green played a key role in the first half, scoring eight points to help the Vikings build a 10-point lead.

In the second half, Michael Banks Jr. and Darius O’Neal both knocked down key 3-pointers while Richard Albert contributed several baskets to help keep the Vikings in front.

Clinton kept the game close, but Warren Central managed to secure the victory in the final minute to remain undefeated.

Banks led the Vikings with 17 points, followed by O’Neal with 11 and Green with 10.

WC freshman boys’ stats:

• Michael Banks Jr. — 17 points
• Darius O’Neal — 11 points
• Jaydon Green — 10 points
• Derriyje Wince — 5 points
• Richard Albert — 4 points

Warren Central Junior High girls fall to Clinton

Warren Central Junior High School’s girls basketball team suffered a close 36-30 road loss to Clinton on Thursday.

Pharrah Moody led the Lady Vikes with nine points, followed by Kaleigh Bell with eight.

Malaurie Bennett and Zayla Davis each contributed four points, while Jada Hodge finished with three and Teralyn Sims added two.

WCJHS girls’ stats:

• Pharrah Moody — 9 points
• Kaleigh Bell — 8 points
• Malaurie Bennett — 4 points
• Zayla Davis — 4 points
• Jada Hodge — 3 points
• Teralyn Sims — 2 points

Vicksburg High School ninth grade boys took a close 37-31 loss to Pearl.

Peyton Walker 12 points

Mike Davis 7 points 

Brandon Smith 6 points

John Dolly 4 points

Statistics from Warren Central Junior High’s eighth-grade boys basketball game will be reported once they become available.