A nine point run to close out the fourth quarter powered Emmanuel Christian to a 44-34 win over Gilmour Academy in the eighth grade boys late tournament game.

A spin move to the rim by Emmanuel Christian’s Darius W. late in the game added a two point score to cap off a game-high 12 points in the win. Aaron F. and Zayon K. played a key role on the defensive end with 14 and 10 rebounds respectively.

The game was tied 17-17 at halftime but a team total of 14% shooting from three eliminated Gilmour’s ability to score. David P. and Troy D. led the lancers with 21 combined points.

Miles C. of Emmanuel Christian hit a three pointer in the fourth quarter that excited the crowd and kept the foot on the gas. Emmanuel Christian outscored Gilmour 16-9 in the final quarter.