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Marion boys and Wilson girls take top honors in the 39th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs Carolina Classic Tournament presented by South Carolina Federal Credit Union Dec. 27-29 at West Florence High School.

In the girls’ division, with the 2024 champions Trinity Collegiate unable to attend, the Wilson Lady Tigers looked to dominate the bracket with a 66-25 victory over host-team West Florence. South Florence squeaked by AC Flora 54-44 to set up a cross-town rivalry for the championship. In a nail-biter, action went to the final seconds as the game was tied 54-54 in the final minute. Wilson drove down the court to score 2. The Lady Bruins responded as the seconds clicked down with a shot that bounced out of the bucket as the clock reached 0. Wilson took its first girls’ division title 56-54.

In the boys’ division, returning champions Atlantic Collegiate fell in the first round of play to first-time entrant Gaffney 73-58. With Mullins defeating South Florence 62-44 and Marion defeating West Florence 75-59, the stage was set for a fantastic rivalry Saturday. South Florence overpowered West Florence 63-52. Marion and Mullins had a much tighter game that came down to the final minute of play with the Swamp Foxes taking the W 60-57 to head to the championship game. Gaffney defeated Powdersville 60-58 to take them to the final matchup. Marion easily took the win over Gaffney 57-39 to earn just their second tournament title. The Swamp Foxes first title came back in 1994 with MVP Terrell McKelvy.

If your team or business is interested in participating in the 40th Annual Carolina Classic, contact Mike Woods at mwoods@bgcpda.org or 843-662-1142 ext. 13. Tentative dates are Monday-Wednesday, Dec. 28-30, at Wilson High School.

Scoreboard

Saturday, Dec. 27

Girls Game 1: South Florence over AC Flora 54-44
Game 1: Mullins over South Florence 62-44
Game 2: Powdersville over Trinity Collegiate 45-35
Girls Game 2: Wilson over West Florence 66-25
Game 3: Gaffney over Atlantic Collegiate 73-58
Game 4: Marion over West Florence 75-59

Sunday, Dec. 28

Game 5: Atlantic Collegiate over Trinity Collegiate 58-51
Game 6: South Florence over West Florence 63-52
Game 7: Gaffney over Powdersville 60-58
Game 8: Marion over Mullins 60-57

Monday, Dec. 29

Third Place Girls Game: AC Flora over West Florence 66-27
Game 9: Trinity Collegiate over West Florence 77-72
Consolation Bracket Winner Game: South Florence over Atlantic Collegiate 55-40
Third Place Game: Mullins defeats Powdersville 67-53
Girls Championship: Wilson defeats South Florence 56-54
Boys Championship: Marion defeats Gaffney 57-39

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Atlantic and Trinity take titles at 38th Carolina Classic

Private schools dominated the 38th Annual Pepsi Carolina Classic presented by South Carolina Federal Credit Union this weekend at South Florence High School.

In the girls’ division, Trinity Collegiate took top honors with just seven players with a 56-48 victory over Wilson and a 52-39 win over host team South Florence.

In the boys’ division, Atlantic Collegiate Academy won their first Carolina Classic Championship in their first appearance at the tournament and the charter school’s second academic year. In round one, the Armada took down defending champions Quality Education Academy Pharaohs 77-45. They continued their winning ways in a 63-53 victory over South Florence before defeating Crestwood in a tight 67-61 game.

On Saturday, Hibbett Sports provided games, kids activities, and giveaways for attendees.

Proceeds from the tournament benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area, which serves kids ages 6-18 at sites in Florence, Hartsville, Hemingway, Lake City, Pamplico, and Timmonsville.

In every community, boys and girls are left to find their own recreation and companionship in the streets. An increasing number of children are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know that someone cares about them. Boys & Girls Clubs offer that and more. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. Boys & Girls Clubs are a safe place to learn and grow – all while having fun. We truly are “The Positive Place For Kids.” Learn more or donate at www.bgcpda.org.

Stay up to date on activities at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area online at bgcpda.org or on social media @bgcpeedee.

Photos courtesy of Daisy Bostick Action Photography