Schools’ Basketball League: GTI rally past QC in thrilling showdown

A thrilling contest unfolded at the Burnham Court as the Government Technical Institute (GTI) edged past Queen’s College (QC) 48-46 in a pulsating Schools’ Basketball League encounter.
Queen’s College started brightly, taking the first quarter 12-10 with disciplined defence and efficient scoring. They continued to control the tempo in the second quarter, narrowly winning it 9-7 to head into halftime with a 21-17 advantage.
GTI, however, emerged from the break with renewed energy and determination. They dominated the third quarter 13-6, turning the game on its head and seizing the momentum. Their defensive intensity limited QC’s scoring opportunities, while their offence began to click at the right time.
The fourth quarter turned into an offensive showcase. QC poured in 18 points in a high-scoring final period, but GTI responded with 16 crucial points to hold on for the narrow 48-46 victory in a dramatic finish.
Leading the way for GTI was Josiah Cumberbatch, who delivered an outstanding performance with 22 points and nine rebounds. Sean Duncan recorded a strong double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds, controlling the boards on both ends of the court. Kemp Moriah also made a significant contribution, adding 10 points and five rebounds to the winning effort.
For QC, Darren Dublin led his team with 17 points, four rebounds, and two assists in a spirited performance, but it was not enough to prevent GTI from claiming the hard-fought win.
With the victory, GTI showcased resilience and teamwork, overturning a halftime deficit and executing when it mattered most to secure the two-point triumph.