Racers WinTwo in a Row

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Racers of the American Basketball Association (ABA) won both of their games last weekend, defeating the Connecticut Surge at home 137 to 102, and slaying the New Hampshire Kingz on the road, 96 to 87. The pair of victories launched the Racers back into the national ABA rankings at #24 in the world. 

The team’s record now stands at 6-2 on the season heading into a Saturday, December 14 matchup against the Albany-based 518 Ballers at Saratoga Central Catholic at 7 p.m. The game includes an “Irish Night” promotion featuring two dance groups and bagpipe performances. 

On Saturday, the Racers’ victory was propelled by RJ Rosa, who netted 25 points, and Tobias Holmes and TJ Jenkins, who both scored 21 apiece. Big man Shaheem Sanders added 15 points and 11 rebounds for yet another double-double.

On Sunday, the Racers had a rough start out of the gate, trailing 52 to 37 at halftime. But in the third quarter, Saratoga erupted for 31 unanswered points to reclaim the lead. The Kingz were able to even things out to a tie, but the Racers finished them off with a few key plays down the stretch. Rosa once again led all Saratoga scorers with 28 points. THolmes added 26 points and dished out six assists.