Central Boys Basketball falls to John Burroughs, 65-55 in Class 4 Quarterfinals

(ST. LOUIS) The Central Rebels boys basketball team ended their season Saturday afternoon with a loss to John Burroughs in the Class 4 Quarterfinals, by a score of 65-55. The Rebels scored first, but ended up trailing 19-6 after the first quarter. At halftime, the Rebels trailed by 13, and a valiant effort by Jobe Bryant helped keep Central in the game.

Bryant led all scorers in the game with 26 points. Central had other key contributions from the bench in the second half.

Harlow added 12 points for Central. The third quarter explosion by Central was not enough to stop John Burroughs, as they maintained a double-digit lead in the fourth. Rebels head coach Brad Gross said his team’s defense played well.

Gross talks about the six seniors on the team and their contributions to the program.

The Rebels finish the season with a 22-8 record. John Burroughs will advance to the Show-Me-Showdown, where they’ll face Logan-Rogersville.

Full interview with Central Head Coach Brad Gross

Full Game Audio: Central vs John Burroughs