Liverpool Basketball Club have secured their first victory of the season, narrowly defeating Bristol United 95-93, with both teams battling until the final buzzer.
After a winless run in Division 2 North this season and their recent loss to Cardiff City, the Merseyside team now has the platform to build on future success.
From the opening tip-off, Liverpool displayed an offensive strategy, quickly establishing an early lead, while their opponents responded with strength, levelling the score multiple times throughout the first half.
Both teams traded scores, leading to a nail-beating 45-47 advantage to Bristol at halftime.
The visitors rallied showing great team spirit and persistence to keep them in the hunt for victory.
The turning point for Liverpool came from Joe Lister, who made a sudden impact by sinking three consecutive three-pointers.
This strong individual performance was complemented by his teammate, Kaphel Ulett-Waul, whose outstanding contributions throughout the game further solidified their dominance.
Just moments into the final quarter Liverpool’s number 4 was sent off for dangerous conduct.
Bristol regained confidence and were fully back in the game, with only 8 minutes left.
In a nail biting finish, Lister scored one of the two last free throws, sealing the win.
This is the result for Liverpool to build upon. Next week, they travel to Teesside Lions.
