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Raiders Overcome 14 Point Deficit to Defeat Columbia-Greene

Raiders Overcome 14 Point Deficit to Defeat Columbia-Greene

The Men's Basketball team traveled to Columbia-Greene CC to take on the 6-11 Twins in a conference match-up.  The Raiders overcame a 14 point first half deficit and went on to win 78-74.

Photo: Ricky Santiago lays up a floater for 2 of his 12 points. 

The Twins dominated the first half and took a 37-23 lead after the first half.  The Raiders turned it around in the second half and tied the game at 45 with 13 minutes remaining in the game.  FM took the lead for the first time 50-49 with 11 minutes to go.  The Raiders were able to stay balanced and pull out the win down the stretch, 78-74.

Dante Morgan led the way for FM with 22 points and 6 assists.  Kerome Grant had another double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds.  Ricky Santiago also scored in double figures with 12.

FM will travel to Adirondack CC on Sunday to take on the Timberwolves for the second time this season.  Game time is set for 3:00 p.m.