Sellers: ‘We can be a hard team to beat’

    Every home game, the GCSU Bobcats basketball team put on an offensive show for the fans.
    They have won by an average of almost 30 points a game while playing at the Centennial Center. Their overwhelming success at home has helped them rank third in the current Peach Belt Conference standings.
    Head coach Terry Sellers said the team is performing like he thought they would. The University of South Carolina at Aiken and Augusta State University are leading the conference with 13-1 and 12-2 PBC records respectively. GCSU follows them in the rankings and has five teams close on their heels.
    “It’s as competitive as it’s ever been; up and down from top to bottom it’s stronger,” Sellers said. “I don’t think I’ve ever seen it any stronger from top to bottom.”
    GCSU still controls its destiny within the region. The Bobcats have five region road games that can make or break their season.
    Their last game on the road the team shot 54 percent vaulting them to a win over North Georgia College & State University. Building on this will be key for the Bobcats to make a run at a region title.
    “As a coach, I can see it coming together better,” said Sellers. “That’s why I think this team has a good run in it. I think we can be a hard team to beat as we continue down the stretch and even into the tournament. I think this team’s got possibilities of doing something special these last two weeks.”
    Players like junior guard Shaun Keaton and sophomore guard Graham Martin have had steady seasons anchoring the team with consistent performances every game.
    Senior center Aaron Clark is finally getting over injuries and putting up scoring and rebounding numbers that are reminiscent of last year.
    Sellers uses junior guard Ken Kemp as a defensive weapon, usually asking him to guard an opposing team’s leading scorer from the perimeter.
    Armstrong Atlantic State University is GCSU’s next opponent. With an 8-6 PBC record, Armstrong is just behind GCSU in the region standings.
    The Bobcats have already won a game over the Pirates at home this year but have not defeated them on the road in over four years.
    Sellers is positive about the rest of the year for his Bobcats saying the team still has potential for an outstanding season. Even tough losses are aiding the team in preparation for upcoming games.
    “We learn from our losses, and I think we are a better team because sometimes those close losses really expose you as a team and really help us as coaches know what we need to work on,” Sellers said.
    GCSU’s next home game will be Feb. 18 against Columbus State University. Everyone is encouraged to show their support by coming out and cheering their Bobcats to another crucial win.

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