The Cumberland Gap Panthers had to endure an 11-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They snuck past Hancock County with a 57-51 win on Tuesday. The victory was just what Cumberland Gap needed coming off of a 73-41 loss in their prior contest.
Leading Cumberland Gap to victory were Kolton Goins and Brady Harris. Goins went 7 for 10 from beyond the arc en route to 26 points and 1 assist, while Harris dropped a double-double on 17 points and 13 rebounds.
Cumberland Gap's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-17. As for Hancock County, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-16.
Cumberland Gap will be playing in front of their home fans against Grainger at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday. Cumberland Gap is coming into the match with five straight victories at home, meaning Grainger will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Hancock County, they will head out on the road to face off against Washburn at 8:00 p.m. on Friday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are closely ranked in Tennessee (Hancock County is ranked 428th, while Washburn is ranked 427th).
