Last Friday’s heavyweight showdown between the Running Rebels and Defenders was a one-sided 87-77 win for the visiting Defenders. The win pushed the Defenders up the standings to the #2 seed ahead of their upcoming game against San Pedro. While the game was mostly uneventful, it was puzzling how the league allowed both teams to play in white jerseys!!!
After the game was over, Running Rebels Head Coach Troy Gabb Jr. indicated that the game did play under protest. Ruling on the protest today, the BEBL Disciplinary Committee informed the BEBL Commissioner Christopher Mcgann that the game must be replayed at the earliest convenience.
The Committee ruled on the basis that both teams playing in white was not in accordance with Articles 6.1 and 6.2 of the BEBL By-Laws 2023, which requires teams to have a light and dark set of jerseys to ensure the integrity of play on the court.
Early indications from Running Rebels management suggest that the back match will be played late next week. More details to come!