In a thrilling showdown at the National Gymnasium, the Stabroek Eagles, led by lead baller Travis Belgrave, emerged victorious against the Kitty Campbellville Ravens, leveling the series 1-1 in the final of the inaugural One Guyana Basketball League. Here’s the report from Tyriq Walters.
Over the weekend, the stakes were high as the Eagles faced off against the Ravens, with the Eagles determined to force a decisive third game in the series.
With a burst of energy, the Eagles dominated the first quarter, taking a commanding lead of 22-14, thanks to stellar three-point shooting from star player Travis Belgrave.
Despite attempts by the Ravens to stage a comeback, the Eagles maintained their momentum, extending their lead to 42-30 by halftime.
However, the Ravens fought back fiercely in the third quarter, narrowing the gap with a 10-6 scoring advantage.
In the final period, the Ravens, led by Captain Dominic Vincente and veteran Ryan Stepheny, intensified their offense.
However, the Eagles stood firm, ultimately securing a hard-fought victory with a final score of 67-59.
Following the game, Eagles’ head coach Adrian Hooper commended the team’s cohesive performance, emphasizing their teamwork and resilience on both offense and defense.
On the other hand, Dominic Vincente, captain of the Kitty Campbellville Ravens, acknowledged the Eagles’ superior performance and highlighted areas for improvement for his team in the next round.
In the third-place match, the Kwakwani Untouchables emerged victorious over the Cummingsburg Bounty Colts with a score of 90-78.
With the series now leveled, the Eagles and Ravens are set to compete for the championship title and a prize of one million GYD in the decisive third game next Saturday.
The intense competition and impressive performances throughout the tournament underscored the growing popularity and talent in basketball within Guyana.