Basketball Recap: Make It Three in a Row for Galena

Galena hadn't done well against Fulton recently (they were 1-6 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Galena Pirates narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Fulton Steamers 44-42. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Pirates have posted since January 26, 2024.

Pirates

Previous 3 Games

02/07/25 @ Fulton	44-42
02/06/25 @ Scales Mound	61-48
02/04/25 vs Stockton	51-22

The win was the third in a row for Galena, bringing their record for this year to 16-11. As for Fulton, their loss dropped their record down to 14-13.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Galena will welcome South Beloit at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fulton, they will look to defend their home court on Wednesday against Amboy at 7:00 p.m.