A Rivalry Renewed
The evening of July 10 turned the Lanett gym into a cauldron of noise, with seats filled to capacity and fans chanting for both sides, underscoring the deep community ties that bind LaFayette and Lanett.
Coached by JJ Finley, the LaFayette alumni leaned on veteran leadership from Corey Boston, while the Lanett side, under Mkai Potts, counted Manny Little and Kin Kin Dozier among its ranks.
Key Performances
The first half saw LaFayette pull ahead 44‑37, a margin that held through a tense intermission, setting the stage for a dramatic second half.
With the score tied at 66‑66 with 8:11 left and later knotted at 74‑74 with 4:45 remaining, the game’s intensity peaked, prompting both benches to rally their star players.
Corey Boston’s steady hand kept the visitors organized, delivering clutch assists and timely baskets, while Trevond Barnes erupted late, delivering a burst of scoring that pushed LaFayette past Lanett.
When the final buzzer sounded, the scoreboard read 96‑87, cementing LaFayette’s win and adding another chapter to the storied rivalry that defines Chambers County basketball.