Super subs help Worthing Thunder to thrilling win at Newcastle

It finished 94-91 to Worthing Thunder when they made the long trip to play Newcastle University – and it was super subs who made the difference.

By Henry Parish

Published 15th Feb 2024, 12:00 GMT

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Thunder’s Ishmael Fontaine viewed his side’s victory as “the product of hard work” as Thunder exacted revenge for their overtime defeat a fortnight ago.

Fontaine, who shot 4-6 from the perimeter, said: “The game was fun. Our points spread was healthy. When we move the ball well, we are difficult to defend.”

Fontaine came joint second in scoring, tying on 14 with captain Hafeez Abdul and Tyler Fairbairn. Daniel Johnson-Thompson starred against his old side with a double-double in points and rebounds, leading Thunder with 18-points.