KINGSTON, Jamaica—Herbert Morrison Technical’s under-16 basketball team has solidified its dominant position in the ISSA/Rural Zone B tournament, securing two decisive victories on Saturday and extending their flawless record to four consecutive wins. The team delivered an overwhelming performance against Holland High with an 86-15 triumph, followed by an 86-7 win against Muschett High in matches hosted at the Holland High compound.
The squad’s remarkable defensive prowess was on full display as they limited Holland High to single-digit scoring across all four quarters. Key players Tyler Linton and Michael Johnson led the charge in the first game, with Linton achieving a double-double of 16 points and 11 assists, while Johnson contributed 15 points and 9 rebounds.
In their second contest against Muschett High, Shemar Russell and Rafael Stephenson each recorded double-doubles, with Russell posting 13 points and 10 rebounds and Stephenson adding 12 points and 10 rebounds. Trey Turner emerged as the game’s top scorer with 24 points.
The under-19 team from Herbert Morrison continued the institution’s winning tradition, defeating York Castle High 96-22. Kyle Palmer dominated with a game-high 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 steals, while Ryan Jurdine delivered an impressive all-around performance with 20 points, 10 rebounds, 7 steals, and 6 assists.
In other tournament action, York Castle’s under-16 team secured a 49-15 victory against Muschett High, with Richard Brock nearly achieving a triple-double (12 points, 10 rebounds, 9 blocks) and Marcodean Frater adding 12 points and 7 steals.