Central Wyoming Edges Western Wyoming in Overtime Thriller

RIVERTON, Wyo. (Interstat) — Jordan Peel scored 25 points to lead Central Wyoming to a 72-70 overtime victory over Western Wyoming in a men’s junior college basketball game Saturday.

The Rustlers overcame a 62-54 deficit late in the second quarter. The game was tied at 70 after regulation. Peel’s jumper with four seconds left in the third quarter, the final period in this overtime format, provided the decisive margin.

Jacovey Campbell led all scorers with 26 points for the Mustangs. Both teams struggled offensively, with nearly identical efficiency ratings. Central Wyoming forced 13 turnovers while committing only five. The win improved the Rustlers to 7-14, while Western Wyoming fell to 7-16.