Galil Elyon Defeats Ramat Gan, Advances in Winner's Cup

Hapoel Galil Elyon secured an impressive 99-82 victory over Maccabi Ramat Gan in their season opener, advancing to face Hapoel HaEmek in a crucial game for a spot in the Winner's Cup quarterfinals. The win was powered by a strong second-half performance, where Galil Elyon's offense found its rhythm, particularly from beyond the arc.

Alston Mason was the standout player for Galil Elyon, scoring 22 points, with Itay Moskowitz adding 19 points and five assists. Despite a valiant effort from Ramat Gan, highlighted by Amad Keyber's 15 points and six assists, they couldn't overcome Galil Elyon's second-half surge. The first half was tightly contested, with both teams exchanging leads and ending the half with a narrow margin.

Galil Elyon's decisive run came in the third quarter, a 10-0 scoring streak that broke open the game. They maintained their momentum into the final quarter, building a double-digit lead that ultimately sealed the win. While Ramat Gan had five players score in double figures, it wasn't enough to counter Galil Elyon's offensive firepower.

With this victory, Galil Elyon, coached by Idan Avshalom, moves on to face Hapoel HaEmek. Meanwhile, Ramat Gan, under coach Elad Hasin, faces an early season challenge after losing their first two games.