96ERS WIN SEASON OPENER
EDGEWOOD 96ERS MAKE A STATEMENT WITH DOMINANT 114–69 ROAD VICTORY OVER HIGH POINT PISTONS
Cade Scores 22, Mack Adds 19 as Edgewood Opens the 2026–27 ABA Season in Impressive Fashion
October 21, 2026 | Edgewood 96ers Basketball News
HIGH POINT, NORTH CAROLINA — The Edgewood 96ers wasted no time making their presence felt in the American Basketball Association (ABA), opening the 2026–27 regular season with a commanding 114–69 road victory over the High Point Pistons on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The 45-point victory marks an impressive beginning to a new campaign for an Edgewood organization determined to build upon last season's success and continue establishing itself as a competitive force in the ABA.
A Statement Victory on the Road
Opening a season away from home presents challenges for any basketball organization. However, the Edgewood 96ers entered their season opener with a clear objective: compete, execute, and leave High Point with a victory.
The final scoreboard told the story.
FINAL SCORE
Edgewood 96ers — 114
High Point Pistons — 69
The 96ers' offensive production, combined with holding the Pistons to 69 points, produced a convincing 45-point margin of victory.
For Edgewood, the result represents more than simply starting the season 1–0. It establishes an early standard for a team focused on discipline, accountability, and championship-level expectations.
Odarius Cade Leads the Charge With 22 Points
Returning standout Odarius Cade (#0) helped lead the Edgewood offense, finishing with a team-high 22 points.
Cade entered the season with an impressive ABA résumé, including recognition as a 2026 First Team All-ABA selection, an ABA All-Star Game starting point guard, and the region's third-leading scorer.
His 22-point performance in the season opener provided another example of the offensive production and leadership Edgewood expects from its returning guard.
As one of the team's established players, Cade will remain an important part of the 96ers' pursuit of another successful season.
Kaleb Mack Makes an Immediate Impact
While Cade provided veteran production, Kaleb Mack (#2) delivered an impressive introduction to ABA competition.
Playing in his first ABA game, Mack scored 19 points against the High Point Pistons, giving the 96ers another significant offensive contribution.
His debut provides an encouraging early indication of the talent Edgewood has added to its roster for the 2026–27 season.
With Cade and Mack combining for 41 points, the duo helped set the tone for a memorable opening-night victory.
Building on a Championship Foundation
The Edgewood 96ers entered the new season carrying the momentum of their successful 2025–26 campaign, which saw the organization capture the ABA East Conference Beta Red Division Regular Season Championship.
Under the leadership of Owner and General Manager James A. Hamphill, the organization continues to emphasize a team-first culture, player development, accountability, and competitive excellence.
The team's philosophy remains firmly rooted in its identity:
BUILT NOT BOUGHT.
For the Edgewood 96ers, those three words represent the commitment required to develop a winning basketball organization through preparation, teamwork, and consistent effort.
The victory in High Point provides an encouraging first step toward the organization's goals for the new season.
Next Up: The 96ers Return Home
Following their successful season opener, the Edgewood 96ers will turn their attention to their upcoming home matchup against the Carolina Kings.
NEXT GAME
Matchup: Carolina Kings at Edgewood 96ers
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Tipoff: 3:00 PM
Location: Edgewood Community Center
Address: 200 Edgewood Circle, Ninety Six, SC 29666
Fans throughout Ninety Six, Greenwood County, and the surrounding Upstate communities are encouraged to come out and support the team as it continues its 2026–27 ABA campaign.
One Game Down. The Mission Continues.
A 114–69 season-opening victory is an exciting way to begin a new basketball season, but the Edgewood 96ers understand that success is built one game at a time.
With a combination of returning leadership, emerging talent, and a commitment to championship culture, Edgewood has established an early foundation for the road ahead.
The message from the 96ers is clear:
WE DIDN'T COME TO PARTICIPATE. WE CAME TO COMPETE.
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