Boys’ Basketball Pummels University of Detroit Jesuit on Road, 73-50
The Central Catholic boys’ basketball team used a balanced offensive attack to earn a convincing 73–50 road victory over University of Detroit on Wednesday in the UDJ Main Gym. With the 23-point win, the Fighting Irish extended their winning streak to five games and improved to 11–2 overall and 5–1 in the Catholic High School League.
Senior guard Manny Johnson led the way with a game-high 17 points, while senior guard Draden Wardrop added 13 points. Senior forward Kaeden Carruthers chipped in 11 points, and junior guard Cayden Kynard finished with 10 points, giving the Irish four players in double figures.
Junior guard Jason Lawson, Jr. contributed eight points, and senior forward Kingston Sito added six as Central Catholic showcased its depth throughout the night.
The Scarlet & Gray jumped out to an early lead behind balanced scoring and defensive pressure, building a commanding 37–15 advantage at halftime and never allowing the host Cubs to threaten in the second half.
UDJ was paced by Colin Langford and Marcel Brown-El, who scored 12 points apiece.
Earlier in the evening, the CCHS freshman team earned a 65–37 victory, while the junior varsity squad posted an impressive 66–30 road win.
Central Catholic returns to action Friday, January 30, when the Irish host De La Salle Collegiate on Cherry Street. The freshman game tips off at 4:15 p.m., followed immediately by the junior varsity and varsity contests. The varsity game will air LIVE on 100.7 FM (The Ticket) beginning at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are available by clicking HERE.
Prior to Friday’s varsity game, Central Catholic will celebrate Senior Night, honoring seniors Kaeden Carruthers, Kevon Harrison, Manny Johnson, Kingston Sito, Anthony Sylvester, and Draden Wardrop. The Fighting Irish will also recognize senior cheerleaders Isabella Acevedo, Niyah Ghee, Ivyionna Graves, Sabriah Greer, Trinity Huggins, Alyssa Josey, Allison Pruss, Jaelei Rader, and Marleya Smith.
