The Goldey-Beacom Lightning men’s basketball team staged an impressive comeback Tuesday night, overcoming double-digit deficits in both halves to defeat Holy Family University 80-73 on the road in Philadelphia.
The victory was crucial for the Lightning, as it locked up their position among the top four teams in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference standings. This achievement guarantees Goldey-Beacom will host at least one game during the upcoming CACC tournament.
The Lightning faced an uphill battle early, trailing by as many as 13 points during the first half of play. Even after regrouping at halftime, the team found themselves down by 11 points again in the second half before mounting their successful rally.
The comeback performance demonstrates the resilience of the Lightning squad as they head into the postseason. By securing their spot in the conference’s top tier, Goldey-Beacom has positioned themselves favorably for a potential tournament run on their home court.
