Gardner-Webb 62, at Presbyterian 68

CLINTON, S.C. (Interstat) — In a grinding Big South Conference contest defined more by physicality than finesse, the Presbyterian Blue Hose used a decisive second-half surge and superior efficiency to outlast the Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs 68-62 on Saturday afternoon at the Templeton Center. A crowd of 308 watched as Presbyterian improved to 12-13 overall, while Gardner-Webb’s difficult season continued, dropping to 3-22. The game’s pivotal stretch arrived early in the second half. Gardner-Webb, which led 36-31 at halftime, saw its advantage quickly evaporate. Presbyterian opened the final period with a 12-2 run, fueled by Carl Parrish and Jaylen Peterson. Parrish,… Read more...