Basketball Recap: Gilbert Christian Knights vs. Sabino Sabercats
Gilbert Christian had to kick off their season on the road on Thursday, but they showed no ill effects. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Sabino Sabercats , sneaking past 81-78. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Knights also won the last time the pair played back in February of 2023.
Gilbert Christian's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jace Olson, who went 9 for 20 en route to 36 points plus five rebounds. What's more, Olson also racked up five threes, the most he's had since back in December of 2023. Another player making a difference was Owen Fermoyle, who shot 4-for-7 from downtown and almost dropped a double-double on 20 points and nine rebounds.
Sabino's loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.
Gilbert Christian will square off against ALA - West Foothills at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Gilbert Christian will be looking to keep their seven-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Sabino, they will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Northwest Christian at 7:00 p.m. on December 3rd.
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