Basketball Recap: Jerrahd Williams Key Part of a Team Effort in Cowboys/Cowgirls Win

There's no place like home for LaBelle, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They came out on top against the Ida Baker Bulldogs by a score of 55-46 on Tuesday. For the Cowboys/Cowgirls, this counts as revenge for the 60-50 victory the Bulldogs walked away with the last time they faced one another back in February of 2020.

LaBelle's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jerrahd Williams led the charge by putting up 15 points and three steals. Williams is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Giovanni Beaver was another key player, posting 13 points and six rebounds.

LaBelle's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-2. Those victories came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 58.7 points per game. As for Ida Baker, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.

LaBelle will welcome North Port at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. LaBelle is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 52.7 points per game this season. As for Ida Baker, they are taking a road trip to square off against Island Coast at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.