In the final game of the night, the home team Charlotte Country Day welcomed in United Faith to end what was a thrilling event for the Phenom November Classic. Getting underway, it was United that got out to the early lead, eventually taking a double-digit lead at the end of the first quarter, 15-4. United Faith continued to put the pressure on CCDS and attack the basket in the second quarter, really showing their athleticism on the floor. 2023 Alex Bates and 2022 Xavier McKelvy were the leaders on the court, giving fans a treat by a couple of impressive dunks while Fletcher Bigham led the charge for Charlotte Country Day with seven points. United Faith found themselves up 32-19.
Second half, Charlotte Country Day came out with a little energy and cut the lead into single digits early. Dallas Gardner led the charge, while Amare Bethel wasn't far behind. CCDS was able to get to the free throw and connect, quietly cutting into the lead and fighting back. Marcus Willis was the leader for United but CCDS was able to eventually take the lead late in the fourth quarter, once being down 15+ points. We had ourselves a game coming down to the end. Holding the lead, CCDS was able to hit some big free throws late and a late lay-in to seal the huge comeback win 63-58.
Final: Charlotte Country Day 63 – United Faith 58
Stats:
Charlotte Country Day: Dallas Gardner 33 points/ Amare Bethel 13
United Faith: Alex Bates 18 points/ Marcus Willis 16/ Xavier McKelvy 10
