Presbyterian secured a 68-62 victory over Gardner-Webb at the Templeton Center, with Carl Parrish leading the charge for the Blue Hose. Parrish's 16 points were instrumental in Presbyterian's win, which saw them overcome a strong first-half performance from Gardner-Webb. The Runnin' Bulldogs took a 36-31 lead into halftime, but Presbyterian rallied in the second half, outscoring Gardner-Webb 37-26 to take the win.
Presbyterian's Jaylen Peterson Records 10 Rebounds
Jaylen Peterson and Khalon Hudson also made significant contributions for Presbyterian, with Peterson recording a double-double of 14 points and 10 rebounds, and Hudson adding 12 points. On the other side, Jamias Ferere was the top performer for Gardner-Webb, scoring 13 points. Jacob Hogarth and Spence Sims also chipped in with 12 points each for the Runnin' Bulldogs.
The win was predicted by CHD Scout, who forecasted a Presbyterian victory by 26.1 points. Although the actual margin was significantly lower, at six points, the prediction was still correct. Presbyterian's ability to adapt and overcome Gardner-Webb's strong start was a key factor in their win.
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The game was closely contested throughout, with both teams trading baskets and neither able to gain a significant advantage. However, Presbyterian's second-half surge ultimately proved decisive, as they pulled away from Gardner-Webb to secure the win.
This result has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. For Presbyterian, the win is a Quad 4 victory, which may not greatly enhance their resume but does help to bolster their overall record. The Blue Hose now sit at 12-13, and while they still have work to do to become a serious tournament contender, this win is a step in the right direction. For Gardner-Webb, the loss is another setback in a difficult season, and they must regroup and refocus if they are to make a late push for tournament consideration.
In terms of resume impact, this game will be classified as a Quad 4 win for Presbyterian and a Quad 4 loss for Gardner-Webb. While it may not have a major impact on the tournament landscape, it is still an important result for both teams as they look to finish the season on a high note.