By Marla Jones, Sports Editor

marla@southerntorch.com

Geraldine 68-Crossville 35

RAINSVILLE, Ala.- In the first round of the Sand Mountain Tournament, Geraldine defeated Crossville, Tuesday night.

Geraldine struck early against the Crossville Lions.  Going into the half, they had  a 38-17 lead.

They held on to their lead and defeated Crossville, to move on to play Plainview, Friday, December 18, at 6:00 p.m. at the Dekalb County Schools Coliseum.

Colby Lee Mincey led the Geraldine Bulldogs with 17 points.  Brent Armstrong followed closely behind with 16 points.  Ivan Benitez had 8 rebounds.