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Sunday, November 30, 2025
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Dill’s Red Storm 'Torches Red Wolves in Home Victory
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Terence Dill’s Houston Red Storm delivered a commanding performance at home, defeating the Texas Red Wolves, 126-111, on Gabriel Drayton Day. The victory was a total team effort defined by unselfish passing and interior dominance, delighting a massive home crowd that included Council Member Tiffany Thomas and numerous local youth groups.
Head Coach Dill praised the victory but focused immediately on the injury cycle and the highly anticipated road trip.
"This was our best offensive display of the season—43 assists and 52% from three is elite basketball, and it shows the team’s mental toughness," said Coach Dill. "However, the injury bug bit us again with Eric Williams going down. We need to evaluate him quickly because we have a huge rematch against the Midlothian Marshalls that requires us to be at full strength."
The Red Storm’s offense was electric, driven by two simultaneous double-doubles from their star forwards and the welcomed return of point guard Cam Moore:
Gabriel Drayton (Power Forward), the day’s honoree, delivered a powerful performance in the paint with 19 points and a team-leading 16 rebounds. His clutch two-point basket secured the final lead change early in the contest.
Dylan Spriggins (Captain) continued his elite production with 24 points and 10 rebounds.
Cam Moore, returning to the lineup after missing the last game, orchestrated the offense masterfully, recording a season-high 19 assists.
The Red Storm established their presence immediately, winning the first quarter 33-21 on 15-24 shooting, and never trailed after halftime, cruising to a 69-62 lead before securing the victory with a definitive 12-point run early in the second half.
Gabriel Drayton spoke about the energy he drew from the community celebration:
"It was special to get this win on Drayton Day. The energy from the youth groups was infectious, and we channeled that into effort," Drayton said. "Getting 62 team rebounds shows we owned the paint, and that defensive focus is the only way we could get this 15-point victory."
The Red Storm showcased their most efficient ball movement of the season, recording an incredible 43 assists on 54 made baskets. They shot a scorching 52% from beyond the arc (14-27), with Gerry Glover and Brandon Thompson hitting multiple three-pointers. They also dominated the paint, hitting 40 of 70 two-point attempts.
Dylan Spriggins highlighted the difference Moore’s return made:
"Getting Cam back was huge for our rhythm; 43 assists speaks for itself. We were focused on sharing the ball, and my double-double was only possible because guys like Gabe and Cam were moving it perfectly. This is the offense we need to run every night."
In the fourth quarter, guard Gerry Glover provided the crucial finishing touch, scoring all 11 of his points in the final frame to ensure the Red Wolves could not rally.
Gerry Glover discussed stepping up late in the game:
"The fourth quarter is when you earn wins," Glover stated. "I was just taking the shots the offense created for me, and thankfully they fell. We needed that boost to put them away after such a tight first half."
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Thursday, November 27, 2025
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Scott & IMG Academy Defeat Corner Canyon
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Ralph Scott and his IMG Academy Men's Basketball teammates secured a hard-fought 74-66 victory over Corner Canyon in a nonregional game played at Pleasant Grove High School, using a dominant third quarter to secure the win.
The game was tightly contested until IMG Academy unleashed a powerful surge in the third period. The team outscored the Corner Canyon Chargers 26-11 during the quarter, creating the decisive lead that ultimately secured their victory.
Trey Beamer led the offensive charge for IMG Academy, finishing as the game's top scorer for his side with 22 points, which included three successful three-pointers. Bermudian forward Ralph Scott contributed 6 points to the winning effort.
For the Chargers, Josh Tolman led the scoring with 20 points, while Tyler Mortensen added 19 points, including three 3-pointers, but their efforts were not enough to overcome IMG Academy's dominant third-quarter performance.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
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Patrick’s LSU Claim Fifth Win Ahead of Florida Tournament
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LSU Tigers men's basketball, guided by Associate Head Coach David Patrick, completed a dominant five-game homestand with a convincing 99-73 victory over Omaha at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, advancing their season record to 5-0.
Point guard Dedan Thomas, Jr. was the engine of the Tigers' offense, recording 15 points and 10 assists. This marked the first double-figure assist game for an LSU player since 2022. Thomas also secured his first points-assist double-double since joining LSU, accomplishing the feat without committing a single turnover in 29 minutes.
The victory was a collective effort, with five Tigers scoring in double figures. Max Mackinnon led the scoring with a game-high 22 points, hitting six three-pointers. The Tigers' offense was red-hot, sinking 15 three-pointers in the game. Other key scorers included Mike Nwoko (14 points), P.J. Carter (12 points), and Jalen Reed (11 points).
LSU is now 5-0 as they head to the Emerald Coast Classic in Niceville, Florida. The two-night tournament begins on Friday, November 28th, where the Tigers will face Drake in the first round.
This tournament starts a demanding stretch of five games away from Baton Rouge. This run includes four neutral site games, with the ACC/SEC Challenge contest at Boston College splitting the four neutral contests.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
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Harris-Gilbert & Teesside Lions Fall to Manchester Magic
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The Teesside Lions returned to British National Basketball League (BBL) Division One action, but struggled to find a rhythm, ultimately going down 77-61 to Manchester Magic at the Manchester Basketball Center.
The Manchester Magic controlled the contest, posting a decisive victory over the visiting Teesside Lions. The result marks another tough outing for the Lions as they navigate the competitive BBL Division One schedule.
Bermudian guard Anton Harris-Gilbert once again came off the bench for Teesside. Harris-Gilbert saw five minutes and eight seconds (5:08) of court time against the Magic.
During his shift, Harris-Gilbert contributed to the team's effort across the board, recording 2 rebounds and providing 1 assist. While he did not register any points in the fixture, his performance ensured participation in the team's defensive and playmaking rotation.
The Lions will now look to rebound from the defeat as they continue their pursuit of success in the BBL Division One.
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Monday, November 24, 2025
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Scott & IMG Academy Secure Victory Over Villages Charter
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Ralph Scott and his IMG Academy Men's Basketball teammates secured a decisive 57-45 victory over The Villages Charter Varsity Boys Basketball team in their latest outing.
IMG Academy dictated the pace of the game, ultimately defeating The Villages Charter by a 12-point margin. The win was a concerted effort, with multiple players contributing strong statistical lines.
Chase Foster led the way for IMG Academy, putting up a team-high 15 points and grabbing 6 rebounds.
Bermudian forward Ralph Scott was a key contributor to the winning effort, scoring 12 points and pulling down 7 rebounds, ensuring a significant presence on both ends of the court.
The victory will be an important boost for IMG Academy as they continue their season schedule.
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