Essex Pirates beaten by Newcastle Eagles (From Echo)

Essex Pirates beaten by Newcastle Eagles

10:29pm Saturday 27th February 2010 in

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ESSEX Pirates suffered a 117-104 defeat at home to Newcastle Eagles tonight.

Pirates led 34-24 at the end of the first quarter but were behind 56-51 at half-time.

The high flying Eagles were 87-78 ahead at the end of the third quarter before seeing out the final 10 minutes to win 117-104.

New signing Marcus Knight top scored with 19 points for Pirates while Taner Adu added 16 and Alan Metcalfe 15.

Full report and reaction to follow.