Kingdom Life Basketball Club vs. Panthers: Season Opener
The Kingdom Life Basketball Club is set to kick off their 2nd season in the East Coast Basketball League (ECBL) with an exciting road game against the Panthers on **Saturday, February 15th at 4 PM** at Bill Sapp Recreation 
Center.
The Kingdom Life Basketball Club, led by head coach Rashad McGee, is eager to showcase their skills and competitive spirit in this highly anticipated matchup. A key highlight for the team this season is the return of ECBL All-Star Vic Tshiona, who promises to bring his stellar performance and leadership back to the court.
In addition to Tshiona, the team has strengthened their lineup with new additions Jai Rorie, Zaccheus Rorie, Duane Goodman, and David Pino, adding depth to a hungry Kingdom Life squad. Guard Carlos Heath also looks to have another strong season after his ECBL debut last season.
Fans can look forward to an intense and thrilling game as both teams vie for a victorious start to their season. Don't miss the action and support your team as they embark on this new chapter in their basketball journey!
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| Team | Record | Win % | PF | PA | Record | Win % | GB | Home | Away | PF | PA | Last 10 | Streak |
 Kingdom Life Basketball Club | 7-6 | .538 | 1453 | 1505 | 6-6 | .500 | - | 5-2 | 1-4 | 1331 | 1387 | 6-4 | Lost 2 |
 Winston-Salem Wolves | 6-7 | .462 | 1373 | 1433 | 6-5 | .545 | - | 5-2 | 1-3 | 1169 | 1181 | 5-5 | Won 1 |
 Fayetteville Panthers | 5-8 | .385 | 1423 | 1455 | 5-7 | .417 | - | 4-3 | 1-4 | 1321 | 1336 | 4-6 | Won 1 |
 Goldsboro Wings | 4-10 | .286 | 1508 | 1703 | 4-8 | .333 | - | 4-2 | 0-6 | 1278 | 1433 | 3-7 | Lost 2 |
Points Pts/G J. Rorie 21.7 D. Pino 20.2 D. Goodman 16.8 Assists Ast/G D. Goodman 6.1 Z. Rorie 5.7 J. Rorie 3.5 Rebounds RB/G D. Pino 14.5 V. Tshiona 10.7 J. Keith 7.1 Blocks Blk/G J. Keith 1.3 J. Coffey .9 D. Houston .7 Steals Stl/G D. Pino 2.0 Z. Rorie 1.7 D. Goodman 1.6
KLBC vs. Fayetteville Panthers
Final Score: Fayetteville Panthers 127, Kingdom Life Basketball Club (KLBC) 83
Saturday February, 15, 2025 - The Fayetteville Panthers showcased their offensive firepower in a dominant 127-83 victory over the Kingdom Life Basketball Club (KLBC). Despite the tough loss, several KLBC players delivered standout performances.
Top Performers for KLBC:
Daylon Houston
- Daylon Houston: The rookie led the way with an impressive 22 points, displaying his scoring prowess and potential for growth.
- Duane Goodman: Goodman had a well-rounded game with 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, proving to be a key contributor on both ends of the floor.
- David Pino: Pino recorded a double-double, contributing 10 points and a team-high 12 rebounds, providing a strong presence in the paint.
- Carlos Heath: Chipped in with 12 points, adding valuable support to the team's scoring efforts.
- Ty Houston: Added 10 points, playing a crucial role in the team's offense.
- Vic Tshiona: Dominated the boards with a game-high 14 rebounds, showcasing his rebounding skills.
Despite the individual efforts, KLBC struggled to match the high-paced and efficient offense of the Fayetteville Panthers, who had multiple players scoring in double figures and maintained control of the game from start to finish. The Panthers' balanced attack and sharp shooting were too much for KLBC to handle.
Despite the loss, KLBC can take away positive aspects from the performances of their key players and aim to rebound in their next matchup.
