East Lee County had to endure a 12-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They took down the Fort Myers Green Wave 70-54 on Friday. The Jaguars' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead East Lee County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Gage Chin, who almost dropped a double-double on 12 points and nine rebounds. Another player making a difference was Tobias Jean-Louis, who went 8 for 16 en route to 20 points plus three steals.
East Lee County smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in five consecutive games.
East Lee County's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Fort Myers, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought when the East Lee County Jaguars challenge the Cypress Lake Panthers at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Fort Myers, they will venture away from home to take on Gateway at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Gateway is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 58.4 points per game this season.
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