Winthrop defeats Charleston So 81-77

Winthrop Takes Down Charleston So in Thrilling Conference Showdown

In a dramatic turn of events, the Eagles of Winthrop College took down their conference rivals, the Charleston So Cougars, by a score of 81-77 on Thursday night at the Winthrop Coliseum.

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and neither able to gain a significant advantage until the final minutes. At halftime, the home team led 37-36, but it was Charleston So that came out strong in the second half, forcing Winthrop into a series of tough shots down the stretch.

One of the key storylines heading into the game was whether Winthrop's home court would be enough to propel them to victory. The answer, at least on this night, was yes.

Logan Duncomb led the charge for Winthrop, scoring 26 points and grabbing eight rebounds in the process. His performance was instrumental in the Eagles' win, as he consistently found ways to get open shots despite Charleston So's best efforts to contain him.

Meanwhile, A'lahn Sumler paced the Cougars with 22 points, but struggled with his outside shot, going just 1-4 from beyond the arc. Despite this, Sumler still managed to put up a strong game on the boards and in the paint.

In terms of team statistics, Winthrop's efficiency was on full display, as they shot 40% from the field, including 49% from two-point range. Their free throw shooting also proved clutch, with 61% success from the charity stripe. Charleston So, on the other hand, struggled to contain the Eagles' offense, particularly in the paint.

The final margin of four points was a testament to the back-and-forth nature of the game. The largest lead Winthrop held was five, while the Cougars managed to get within nine at one point. Ultimately, it was a close and competitive contest that saw the Eagles emerge victorious.

For Charleston So, the loss is a tough pill to swallow, especially considering their home court disadvantage. However, they will look to bounce back quickly against their next opponent, with this loss serving as a valuable learning experience in preparation for conference play moving forward.

Winthrop, meanwhile, gets back on track after a close win, and will be looking to build momentum heading into the rest of the season.