Pelion's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They put the hurt on the Whitmire Wolverines with a sharp 59-39 victory. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Panthers have posted since January 5th.
Tyshawn Caldwell went supernova for Pelion, going 6 for 10 en route to 14 points plus eight rebounds and six steals. Caldwell is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Kolton Rogers was another key player, posting 12 points plus eight rebounds.
Pelion smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in three consecutive contests.
Kayshaun Schumpert and Malachi Douglass certainly did their best on Monday to avoid the loss. Schumpert posted 11 points, while Douglass had nine points along with six rebounds and three steals.
Pelion's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-1. As for Whitmire, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Pelion won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Wagener-Salley at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Whitmire, they also won't have to wait long for more action: they'll square off against Newberry Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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