Basketball Recap: Cannon Triumphs

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Previous 5 Games

11/21/25 - Away	50-49 W
11/12/24 - Home	73-47 W
01/20/24 - Away	65-53 W
11/11/23 - Home	80-57 W
11/13/21 - Home	51-56 L

It may have taken double overtime to finish the job, but Cannon ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They pulled ahead with a 50-49 photo finish over the Winston Salem Christian Lions. The victory continues a trend for the Cougars in their matchups with the Lions: they've now won four in a row.

Cannon's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jakaila Gaskin, who dropped a double-double with 13 points and ten boards. Hina Nakamura was another key player, putting up 12 points along with six rebounds and three steals.

Winston Salem Christian's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Marissa Mitchell, who posted 15 points. Another player making a difference was Tiani Davis, who put up nine points and six boards.

Cannon's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Winston Salem Christian, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cannon will host Wesleyan Christian Academy at 12:00 p.m. on Monday. The Cougars will need to watch out since the Trojans have now posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season. As for Winston Salem Christian, they will look to defend their home court on the 29th against Ben L. Smith at 6:00 p.m.