Weeki Wachee Edges Pasco, 65 to 60, Late Plays Decide
Weeki Wachee High School defeated Pasco 65 to 60 in a road game on December 5, 2025, with a go ahead three by senior guard Logan Beams and a crucial layup and free throws from forward Logan White sealing the win. The result matters to Hernando County residents because it bolsters Weeki Wachee's early season momentum, highlights the program's defensive identity, and raises questions about player health and resource support after White played through injuries.
Weeki Wachee High School secured a 65 to 60 road victory over Pasco on December 5, 2025, in a tightly contested game decided in the final minutes. Senior guard Logan Beams hit the decisive go ahead three late in the fourth quarter, and forward Logan White followed with a game deciding layup and late free throws. The combination of those late game plays provided the margin of victory in a game that remained close throughout.
The game unfolded with Weeki Wachee establishing a defensive tone early, forcing turnovers and converting on transition opportunities in the first quarter. Pasco responded in the second quarter with balanced scoring that kept the contest within reach. Through the third quarter both teams traded leads and the margin never widened significantly. The fourth quarter featured the pivotal sequence when Beams and White executed the plays that swung the result in Weeki Wachee's favor.
Beyond the late heroics, several Wildcats contributed to the win. Donnie BeCude provided floor spacing and timely baskets, Brady Marek chipped in on both ends of the court, and Justin 'JT' Knight offered energy and defensive pressure. Pasco relied on a balanced scoring effort to stay competitive, with multiple players contributing points across the lineup rather than a single dominant scorer.
White was playing through injuries, a factor that underscores broader issues for local athletics. The presence of an injured but contributing starter raises questions for school athletic officials and booster groups about access to athletic trainers, medical oversight, and workload management for student athletes during the early part of the season. Weeki Wachee's coach emphasized the program's defensive identity as central to the victory, a consistent message that will shape practice priorities and game plans moving forward.
For Hernando County residents the win is meaningful for school pride and for the local sports calendar, which draws families and community support. The result gives Weeki Wachee an early season boost and presents a test of depth and health as the schedule continues. Monitoring how the program manages injuries and maintains its defensive emphasis will matter to parents, boosters, and public school officials as the season develops.
