Ida Baker was the 60-50 winner over LaBelle when they last played one another back in February of 2020, but their luck changed this time around. The Ida Baker Bulldogs took a 55-46 hit to the loss column at the hands of the LaBelle Cowboys/Cowgirls on Tuesday. The Bulldogs just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
LaBelle's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jerrahd Williams, who posted 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. Another player making a difference was Giovanni Beaver, who had 13 points and six rebounds.
Ida Baker's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for LaBelle, they pushed their record up to 5-2 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.
Ida Baker will challenge Island Coast at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for LaBelle, they 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.
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