The Mathews High School boys’ basketball program closed out the 2023-2024 season on a strong note, with both the JV and varsity Devils triumphing over Charles City Tuesday night. The varsity win was especially thrilling as Mathews came back from a 12-point halftime deficit to beat the visiting Panthers by five at the final buzzer, 62-57.
JV Devils
The JV Blue Devils closed their season with a win as they defeated Charles City, 34-20, in a great game. The first half was all Mathews as they took a 17-8 lead. Mathews was led by Zay Altman with nine points. The third quarter was closer, as Charles City closed the lead to seven when Mathews was struggling to score. Jacob Johnson helped Mathews maintain a lead with his five points. The Blue Devils stretched the lead as they jumped ahead by 10 points. Kartier Soto iced the game with two three-point shots to end his night with six points and finish the season with a win for the young JV squad.
Varsity Devils
In the finale of Tuesday night’s tr...