Global Concepts proved they can win big last Tuesday (they won by 29) and on Monday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Eden Raiders, sneaking past 67-65. For the Gators, this counts as revenge for the 64-42 victory the Raiders walked away with the last time they faced one another back in February.
Global Concepts' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jose Castro led the charge by going 7 for 14 on his way to 22 points and six rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Eric Davis, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 12 boards.
Gators
| 12/16/24 vs Eden | 67-65 |
| 12/10/24 @ Christian Central Academy | 71-42 |
Global Concepts smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in seven consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Global Concepts' win ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-0. As for Eden, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Global Concepts will take on Kennedy in a holiday battle at at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Eden and Tapestry will compete for holiday cheer at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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