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The Southport School’s First V secure first win of the season after defeating Toowoomba Grammar School

The hunt for the Southport School’s First V basketball teams first win of the season is finally over.

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THE hunt for the Southport School’s First V basketball teams first win of the season is finally

over after TSS defeated Toowoomba Grammar School 91-76 on Saturday.

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After heading into quarter and half time two points down, a sensational second half

including a 27-point last quarter saw TSS storm home to secure the breakthrough GPS

basketball win.

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The Southport School basketball player Preston LeGassick. Picture: Supplied.
The Southport School basketball player Preston LeGassick. Picture: Supplied.

With sharp shooter Lloyd McVeigh missing with illness, Preston LeGassick stepped up in the

last half to take his tally for the day over 20 points, landing several field goals early in the

fourth quarter to extend his sides lead.

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Harry Blair chipped in with a double double, recording more than 10 points and rebounds

while Max Levis chipped in with 15 points.

TSS also showed their defensive prowess, limiting TGS star Jason Spurgin’s impact in the

second half while Ryan Murphy provided defensive spark on the full court press.

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