Old Dominion defeats Coastal Car 66-70
Old Dominion Edges Coastal Car in Thrilling 4-Point Victory
The HTC Center was electric as the Coastal Car Monarchs hosted the Old Dominion Monarchs on Friday night, but it was the away team that emerged victorious with a hard-fought 70-66 win.
For much of the game, it seemed like this would be another close contest between two conference rivals. At halftime, Old Dominion led by just eight points, 28-20, and it looked like Coastal Car was poised to make a comeback.
However, the away team made adjustments in the second half that helped them pull ahead and seal the win. As the clock ticked down, the Monarchs' defense stiffened, limiting Coastal Car's scoring opportunities and forcing the home team to rely on their own offense.
The difference-maker for Old Dominion was shooting guard Robert Davis Jr., who poured in 29 points on 10 of 17 three-point attempts. The junior's hot shooting helped his team take control of the game, and he was instrumental in putting away Coastal Car's late surge.
Davis' performance was a key factor in the win, but it wasn't just him. Old Dominion's bench provided a spark, and the team's overall effort made up for some uneven play from its starters.
Meanwhile, Joshua Beadle led Coastal Car with 18 points on four three-pointers. The senior guard had his moments, but ultimately came up short as his teammates struggled to find their rhythm.
The final margin of four points was a testament to the back-and-forth nature of this contest. Despite the loss, Coastal Car showed heart and resilience in their bid for victory.
For Old Dominion, this win marked a significant conference victory that will help them stay competitive in the league standings. The Monarchs' 5-1 record against conference opponents is now tied for second-best in the group.
This thrilling matchup will be remembered as one of the most exciting games of the season so far, and it set up Coastal Car to focus on their next challenge when they take on another tough opponent at home next week.