Little River takes two over Peabody-Burns

Seeking first victories of the basketball season, the Peabody High School teams were defeated Friday night at Little River.

In girls’ action, despite 12 points and 8 rebounds from Tori Pickens, the Lady Redskins were too strong, prevailing in a 53-23 contest.

The boys were able to outscore Little River, 14-12, in the third quarter, but a 21-9 first quarter and 37-18 halftime lead helped the Redskins to a 69-43 win.

Rocco Weerts and Chance Elliott combined for 24 points with 12 each.