ROANOKE TIMES 
                      Copyright (c) 1996, Roanoke Times

DATE: Monday, March 18, 1996                 TAG: 9603180136
SECTION: SPORTS                   PAGE: B-5  EDITION: METRO 
DATELINE: HAMPTON 
SOURCE: STAFF REPORT

VA. WESTERN WINS THIRD IN STATE TOURNEY

Virginia Western didn't defend its state community college championship, but it did win the consolation game Sunday, beating Patrick Henry 137-100.

Virginia Western lost to Thomas Nelson 110-108 in Saturday's semifinals.

Tremayne McHeimer blistered the nets for 43 points for the Blue Stars, who ended the season with a 14-5 record. Bruce Jacobs added 26, and Sam Barrett scored 19.

Rod Mitchell led Patrick Henry (12-9) with 21 points. Adam Haynes added 17 points.

The Blue Stars led 65-44 at halftime and expanded their lead in the second half.

NOTE: Please see microfilm for scores.

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KEYWORDS: BASKETBALL