Vision tops Florida, 97-88
Published on December 10, 2005 under American Basketball Association (ABA)
Atlanta Vision News Release
ATLANTA, GA-DECEMBER 10, 2005- The Atlanta Vision, labeled ' the best value in sports entertainment," shut out the Florida Pitbulls 97-88, witnessed by over 500 fans. 'We came back from the first game on Friday night to show the Pitbulls that we were ready for a win at our house," stated Kevin Whitted, head coach.
' Both teams played hard, we are one in one in a three part run of games, we will test our hearts and will tomorrow and see who wants it more as a team," exclaimed Tim Hardaway, NBA legend from the Miami Heat. Led by leading scorer, Delvin Thomas and Rodrique Djahue with 18 points, the Florida Pitbulls continued to keep up spirits throughout the game.
The Atlanta Vision, lead by leading scorer, Olushala 'The Sequel" Ajanaku with 18 points and closely followed by Cedric 'On Call" McGinnis and Garrett 'Passport" Richardson with 15 points respectively.
Ending the second quarter with a dynamic three point shot from, Garrett 'Passport" Richardson, the Vision prepared fans for an exciting above the rim evening. Beyond the scoreboard, basketball enthusiasts join the Vision Dance team in the 4th quarter boogie, featuring the Cha Cha slide.
Both teams will settle the tie, Sunday, December 11, 2005 at the home of the Atlanta Vision, the Samson's Health and Fitness Center (6400 Woodrow Rd, Lithonia, GA), tip off at 3:30 p.m. Also to conclude the triple header weekend, the Atlanta Vision will host Civil Service Night honoring teachers, firefighters, police officers, military personnel and emergency medical technicians.
For more information, contact Ciji Tatum, Director of Public Relations at 404-234-6960 or ctatum@theatlantavision.com.
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