January 22, 2018 Corsicana, Texas – The Panola College men’s basketball team lost to Navarro College here Saturday afternoon, 100-78. The loss snaps Panola’s six game winning streak. Panola sits 5-3 in Region 14 play and 12-6 overall. “A combination of their hot shooting and our struggles really hurt us today.” Head Coach Grant McMillan stated. “We just have to play better on the road.” He added.
Panola was up 8-5 early in the first half before Navarro took a 13-10 lead with 13:25 remaining in the frame. Navarro capitalized on back-to-back turnovers late in the half to extend their lead to 41-24 heading into the locker rooms. Panola hovered around the 17 point deficit most of the second half but could not gain any ground.
Panola continues Region 14 play this upcoming Wednesday January, 24th when they host nationally ranked Trinity Valley Community College. Tip-off is set for 7:00 PM on the campus of Panola College.
Submitted by Adam Blaylock
