Basketball Recap: Matt Tucker Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Veritas Academy

Even if it wasn't a dominant performance, the Savannah Athletic Association Jaguars beat the Veritas Academy Gryphon 59-55 on Monday.

Savannah Athletic Association's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Matt Tucker, who dropped a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Thomas Davis was another key player, putting up 20 points and four steals.

Savannah Athletic Association smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.

Savannah Athletic Association's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Veritas Academy, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.

Savannah Athletic Association wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 62-57 loss against Memorial Day on the 18th. As for Veritas Academy, they are taking a road trip to challenge Savannah Classical Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.