February 27, 2017 Carthage, Texas – The Panola College men’s basketball team defeated Kilgore College here Saturday afternoon, 74-64. The victory pushes their win streak to eight games. Panola’s record is raised to 21-7 and 13-4 in Region 14 play. “It was a group effort tonight. We had guys in foul trouble and multiple people stepped up.” Head Coach Grant McMillan mentioned.
After a 5-5 tie to start the game, Panola took command and never looked back. They gradually increased their lead to 14 points before Kilgore netted a three pointer right before half which gave Panola a 40-29 halftime lead. Kilgore never threatened in the half as Panola eventually took a 22 points lead 64-42 with just under seven minutes remaining in the ball game.
Leading the way for Panola was Marlon Taylor who recorded 17 points and 14 rebounds off the bench. Devyn Wilson added 15 and Eric McGill recorded a double-double with 14 points and 10 assists. KJ Byers also scored in double figures adding 13. As a team Panola chased down 45 rebounds and created 12 steals.
Panola continues Region 14 play when they head to Bossier City, Louisiana to take on Bossier Parish this upcoming Wednesday, March 1st. Tip-off is set for 7:00 PM on the campus of Bossier Parish.
Submitted by Adam Blaylock
