Rock Hill: Eagles Fall In Overtime At High Point In Hard Fought Contest

Rock Hill: Eagles Fall In Overtime At High Point In Hard Fought Contest

Rock Hill, S.C. – In a thrilling and hard-fought contest, the Winthrop University men’s basketball team fell in overtime to High Point on Wednesday evening. The game, which took place in High Point, ended with a final score of 100-96 in favor of the home team.

Top Performers

The Eagles were led by Kasen Harrison, who had a career-high 27 points in the game. Kelton Talford also had a strong performance with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while K.J. Doucet added 17 points to the team’s efforts.

Game Recap

The matchup started with a back-and-forth battle, with both teams trading baskets and runs throughout the game. The Eagles fought hard to stay in contention, but High Point proved to be a formidable opponent, ultimately securing the win in overtime.

Key Moments

One of the key moments of the game was when Kelton Talford scored inside to give the Eagles an early lead in overtime. However, High Point responded with a strong performance of their own, ultimately coming out on top in the extra period.

Statistical Highlights

Despite the loss, Winthrop put up an impressive performance on the court, shooting 48% from the field. The team also showed resilience on the defensive end, outrebounding High Point and dominating in the paint.

Next Steps

Looking ahead, Winthrop will conclude the regular season at home on Saturday, where they will face off against Gardner-Webb. It will be a crucial matchup for the team as they look to bounce back from the tough loss and finish the season strong.