Polk County Royals celebrate UBA title

Florida Royals claimed UBA title as they swept DB Atlanta Evolve in the Finals. Royals made 20-of-24 free shots during the game, while Evolve only scored nineteen points from the stripe. Royals had a 37-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Royals made 9 blocks. 31 personal fouls committed by Evolve helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Finals MVP Joe Stubbs (6'4''-G, college: Keiser) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists (on 10-of-15 shooting from the field). Swingman Cyrus Barnes (6'3''-F, college: BMC) contributed with 14 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Domont'a Wright (6'8''-F/C-1999, college: Cleveland St.) replied with 21 points (6 blocks) and point guard DeMierre Black (6'1''-PG, college: Columbus St.) added 15 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals in the effort for Atlanta. Four Fire and five Evolve players scored in double figures.

"Resilience seems to be a common narrative in the toughest moments for us. The final game showed us why we have learned how to win despite being out of our comfort zone. Go Royals!!", said Royals Head Coach Dee Howard.

Top scorers:Royals: J. Stubbs 20+10reb+5ast, C.Barnes 15+7reb+2ast, I. Moody 14+5reb+6ast, T.Williams 8+13reb
Evolve: D.Wright 21+10reb+6blocks, D.Black 14+5reb+5ast, K.O'Bannon 10+4reb+2ast, R.Bellamy 10+4reb+5ast