Western Carolina 81, at Chattanooga 76

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Interstat) — In a Southern Conference clash defined by a dominant start and a furious, but ultimately futile, comeback, Western Carolina built a massive first-half lead and then withstood a second-half onslaught from Chattanooga to secure an 81-76 victory on Saturday afternoon at McKenzie Arena. The Catamounts, who led by as many as 22 points in the opening period, saw their commanding advantage nearly evaporate completely in the final minutes before making critical defensive stops and clutch free throws to seal the win before a crowd of 3,347. The result avenged a 90-82 home loss to the Mocs… Read more...