If Babcock was riding high fresh off their 58-37 takedown of Hardee last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Babcock Trailblazers fell 57-45 to the LaBelle Cowboys/Cowgirls on Tuesday.
Despite the defeat, Babcock had strong showings from Jameson Habing, who almost dropped a double-double on 18 points and nine rebounds, and Rylen McKee, who dropped a double-double on 20 points and ten rebounds. Habing is also crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least three every time he's taken the court this season.
Even though they lost, Babcock smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in five consecutive matches dating back to last season.
LaBelle's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jerrahd Williams, who went 5 for 10 en route to 14 points plus five steals. Another player making a difference was Giovanni Beaver, who posted 13 points plus five rebounds and two steals.
Babcock now has a losing record at 1-2. As for LaBelle, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Babcock has already played their next game, a 76-46 victory against Naples Classical on the 29th. As for LaBelle, they will challenge Lake Placid at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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