Millrats Drop Two on the Road
January 4, 2009 - Premier Basketball League (PBL)
Saint John Riptide News Release
The Manchester Millrats dropped two closely contested road games in their opening weekend in the Premier Basketball League.
On Friday night the Millrats lost a nailbiter to the Montreal Sasquatch 100-97 behind the spirited fourth quarter play of the rugged Jamaal Wise (21 points) and Randy Gill (15 points). The Millrats rallied from a 15 point deficit but ultimately came up short in the final seconds. Al Stewart led Manchester with 19 points.
Sunday afternoon, the Manchester defense did its job, but the Millrats offense sputtered, giving Quebec an 87-82 win. Jonas Pierre posted a triple double for Quebec with 14 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 blocks. Ife Anosike led Manchester with 14 points in a losing effort.
Manchester looks to bounce back next Sunday, January 11th at 2:30 pm, in their regular season home opener versus the Vermont Frost Heaves. Tickets are onsale online at www.manchestermillrats.com or at the door.
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