Seaford defense lifts Jays to victory

LAUREL, Del. – Seaford is not known for their defense, but when the Jays needed a big play to finish off Laurel, it came from their defense. Aviyon Matthew’s steal and coast-to-coast bucket in the final minute helped lift Seaford to a 68-63 win against their Henlopen rivals before a sellout crowd Thursday night.

Laurel tied the game three times in the final three minutes of action. Twice on short jumpers by Dontarius Jones, and once on a corner 3 by Joel Parker.

The Bulldogs held possession with 45 seconds remaining in a tied game when Aviyon Matthews’ steal and transition lay-up changed the momentum in the game’s closing moments.

Seaford was led by Aviyon Matthews with 25 points, Kashmier Wise dropped 17, and Careen Bolden finished with 11. Laurel’s leading scorer was Dontarius Jones with 22, Corey Mumford had 11, and Kylse Wilson and Joel Parker contributed 9 points each.

Seaford (11-1) will play Lake Forest at home on Tuesday. Laurel (8-3) travels to play DMA Saturday afternoon.