final Martlets basketball outduels Concordia Stingers in blowout victory

McGill defends its homecourt

Tillie Burlock and Nate Northfield Sports Editor and Contributor

On Feb. 9, as the cold and rainy weather sought to destroy the morale of the McGill fanbase, the Martlets (3–11) provided a cure the only way they know how: A thrilling victory over their most formidable opponent, the Concordia Stingers (3–11). With a full crowd packed into the stands of Love Competition Hall, another great chapter in a never-ending saga between the Martlets and their rival Stingers began to unfold.

After suffering a 55-44 defeat to Concordia on Nov. 12, the Martlets were eager to strike back. The home court advantage undoubtedly provided a surge of intensity from the top to the bottom of the Martlets roster as they prepared for battle.