The
Dayton Air Strikers went 1-1 on their road trip this weekend,
winning at Scranton (Sunday) 132-127 but
losing at Rochester (Monday) 106-97. The Air Strikers now remain at 4-6,
1/2 game back of Scranton Steamers (4-5) and division leader
Rochester (11-1) heading into the midway break. Here is a recap of the weekend road trip:
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| Strikers win in Scranton |
(Sunday) In the game against Scranton,
G Avery Smith toasted the Steamers for
31 points, 7 assists and 5 boards, while
F William "Bo" Harris had a double double off the bench with
28 points, 12 rebounds, and 2 steals to help lead the Strikers to a win. The Steamers held a slight lead at half (64-60) but was
outscored by the Air Strikers in the 3rd quarter 40-27 to give the Air Strikers a cushion they would never relinquish. The Air Strikers now have beaten the Steamers 2 of 3 games they have met, which could be crucial come late in the season if the teams tie for 2nd best record.
(Monday) The Game against Rochester was once again a tight one, as the Razorsharks held a
10 point halftime lead, but the Air Strikers continued to fight back, getting the lead within 4 with less than 2 minutes in the game..With
over 8,000 fans nailed to their seats,
Razorsharks G Jahron Giddings hit a key basket with the shot clock winding down, and then sealed the deal with 2 free throws to lead the Razorsharks to a win. The Air Stirkers was led by
F-C Brandon Russ, who dropped 23 points (10-12 FG) to go with 9 boards, while F
"Bo" Harris put in 20 points to go with 11 rebounds.
NEXT UP: The Air Strikers will
host Lake Michigan as they will have
7 of their last 10 games at home during the strectch run.
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| Gomillia gets pro opportunity in Mexico |
Notes:
Mark Gomillia has gotten a opportunity to play pro in Mexico. The guard from
Stephen F. Austin has been a good wing player for the team as he has averaged 11 points while shooting over 50% from the 3pt line and over 90% from the free throw line....
F-C Aaron Perry returned this weekend from his foot injury, playing well and scoring 10 points in 18 minutes of action.
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