The News staff reports

Three games ago, Jamyus Jones scored 55 points in a basketball game.

That was also nine months ago.

In just his second game with Port Arthur Memorial, the former Sabine Pass standout graced the Titans’ home court for the first time and scored 33 Saturday in an 87-58 win over Houston Scarborough. Jones knocked down eight three-point baskets in helping Memorial start 2-0 on the season.

“Jamyus Jones gave energy and effort on both ends of the court,” Memorial assistant coach Antonio Cooper said. “Jones was able to apply pressure defensively and offensive with his speed. We had a combined total of 13 three-pointers made against Scarborough.”

And the outside shooting played a big part in keeping the Spartans at bay. Scarborough was down 25-11 through one quarter but made a charge in the second half to pull within 40-32 at the break.

Memorial then outscored Scarborough 29-14 in the third frame.

Darion Chatman added 14 points in the win.

Memorial will visit Houston Lamar on Wednesday.

 

ZAVALLA 61, BOB HOPE 43

SARATOGA — Chris May scored 14 points and Jay Daigle added 11, but Bob Hope (2-2) wrapped up its stay in the West Hardin tournament with a loss.

On Friday, May had 26 points in leading the Eagles past Onalaska 55-46. Daigle knocked in 16 points and Kenneth Diaz had 12 for the Eagles.

 

GIRLS

PNG 61, HAMSHIRE-FANNETT 30

NEDERLAND — Port Neches-Groves had to come back from two losses at the Nederland Bulldog Classic, but they responded in a big way.

Behind Chelsea Carrillo’s 12 points and 12 rebounds, the Indians scored a 31-point win over the Longhorns. Maylin Stampley led PNG with 13 points, Harlee Barnwell added 12 points and six rebounds, Shelby Letulle had five rebounds, two steals and an assist to go with six points, and Mollee Priddy contributed five points and three steals.