HIALEAH, FL - In a closely contested battle on January 2, 2025, the Warner University Royals faced a narrow defeat against the University of Fort Lauderdale Eagles with a final score of 78-81. The game, part of the regular basketball season, was held at the Scott Galvin Community Center, where both teams demonstrated competitive spirit and skill.
The Royals started off strong, leading at the end of the first period with key contributions from
Logan West, who executed a pivotal layup.
Jack Voth was notably effective on defense, blocking a critical layup attempt by Fort Lauderdale's DeAndre Pemberton. However, as the game progressed, the Eagles caught up and even took over, ending the first half with a slight lead of 35-32.
Blaize Darling Jr. emerged as the top scorer for Warner, racking up 18 points.
Logan West also made significant contributions with 16 points and led the team with 5 rebounds. The playmaking was spearheaded by
Johnathan Joseph, who provided 4 assists and notched 3 steals. Despite their efforts, including a period in which Warner briefly regained the lead, the Eagles solidified their advantage in the fourth period, ultimately taking home the victory.
The Royals are now preparing to face the Florida College Falcons on January 4, 2025, at the Turner Athletic Center in Lake Wales, FL. The team aims to bounce back strong in this upcoming confrontation, hoping to leverage the home court advantage and improve their season record.
