Georgia Tech Dominates West Georgia in Season Opener

On Wednesday night, Georgia Tech faced West Georgia in their season opener, emerging victorious with a score of 85-62. Javian McCollum led the Yellow Jackets with 18 points, supported by Kowacie Reeves Jr. who contributed 15 points. The game showcased Georgia Tech's strong offensive efforts, as they established an early lead and finished the first half with a significant advantage of 50-29. In the second half, Georgia Tech continued to dominate, shooting 57% in the first half and commanding a 49-25 rebounding edge. Baye Ndongo and Luke O'Brien both played critical roles, with Ndongo posting 10 points and seven rebounds, while O'Brien added 8 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Despite West Georgia's efforts, highlighted by Shelton Williams-Dryden and Kolten Griffin scoring 13 and 11 points respectively, the team struggled in their transition to Division I basketball. Georgia Tech's coach, Damon Stoudamire, is beginning his second season, aiming to build on a previous year that saw them finish with a 14-18 record. The game marked an exciting start for Georgia Tech, which will play seven consecutive home games—their longest stretch of home games since the 1980-81 season. The team's strong opener sets a positive tone for the rest of the season as they build on their performance and establish their identity early on. Overall, the victory was not only important for gaining momentum but also to instill confidence in the players moving forward in a competitive schedule ahead. As Georgia Tech embarks on this new season, the players and coaching staff will look to use this win as a building block for future games, aiming for improved results compared to last season.