The Piedmont Panthers's game on Saturday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They rang in the new year with a 71-59 win over Anson. Having run the score up that high, both teams might be doing some extra defensive drills very soon.
Piedmont's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Bryan Little led the charge by dropping a double-double on 23 points and ten rebounds. Those 23 points set a new season-high mark for him. Another player making a difference was Miles Leaks, who scored 20 points along with eight rebounds.
Piedmont's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-7. As for Anson, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Piedmont's road trip will continue as they head out to face Monroe at 7:30 p.m. on January 5th. As for Anson, they will face off against Central Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Central Academy is coming into the match on a four-game losing streak.
