Babson Park, Fla. – The Webber International University's men's basketball team posted an impressive overtime victory Wednesday night over Edward Waters College in Jacksonville with a score of 74-71.

Just coming off a recent overtime loss the Warriors were determined not to let that happen again.  After a rough start to the first half the Warriors left the court at half time with just a 2 point lead over Edward Waters College, 34-32. The second half was a hard fought battle with the lead shifting back and forth, leading to an end of regulation tie 64-64 forcing the game into overtime.  With about a minute left in overtime the Warriors were trailing by 2 points, 71-69. Junior Geidi then connected from three point range putting the Warriors up by 1 point, 72-71. Edward Waters College then fouled Geidi sending him to the line where he made both free throws ending the game 74-71.

Throughout regulation leading the Warriors on the court was Marvin Williams with a double-double scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Junior Geidi also assisted the Warriors with 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists. Luke Marlar also chipped in with 10 points. This win improves the Warriors record to 7-7 while Edward Waters College moves to 5-10 for the season.

The Warriors will play their next opponent Johnson and Wales University in Miami, Fla. at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 15, 2011.

The Warriors next game will be broadcasted live for those of you in the broadcast area you can listen to the game live via radio on WIPC 1280 AM out of Lake Wales. The braodcast will start at 5:20 p.m.  For those outside the broadcasting area the game will also be streamed live on www.superw1280sports.com