Big game tonight at Longwood as the Lions host the Brentwood Indians at 6 p.m. The battle of the 'Wood is always a classic match-up in any sport, especially boys hoops. This one should have some extra intrigue as both teams come in 4-1. After Lindenhurst stumbled out of the gate because of some injuries, the Bulldogs have been on a roll to jump out to a 5-1 League I record. The Bulldogs, last year's league champion, appear to be the team to beat now that they're healthy. So tonight's game will go a long way in determining which team can give Lindenhurst the best fight for the league title, or at least take second place and a higher seed in the playoffs. Longwood's lone loss came against Lindenhurst.
The Lions are a young team, playing without any seniors, but they've gotten off to a great start. Coach Dennis Terry preaches his players to play within themselves and when they do that, with each player believing in the system, the results are positive. And it always helps having an athletic big man like Marcus Hunter to grab boards and disrupt plays on defense.
Longwood beat Brentwood twice last year, including a wild 61-60 game at Brentwood. Longwood won easier the next time at home, blowing away the Indians 72-43. Longwood has won the last four meetings between the two teams. The Indians' last win against the Lions came Jan. 27, 2005 at Longwood. The Indians won that game 61-56.
Can the Lions keep the streak alive? We'll find out tonight.
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