Josh Grimard had 22 points, including three 3-point field goals.
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FERRUM, Va. -- William Peace University overcame an 11-point first half deficit en route to a 72-68 USA South men's basketball win over Ferrum College this afternoon at Swartz Gym.
RECORDS
William Peace (11-9, 4-5 USA South)
Ferrum (10-12, 5-6 USA South)
THE BASICS
Ferrum led 16-5 when
Josh Dudley knocked down a jumper at 11:28 of the first half. The Pacers went on a 23-8 run to end the first half in front 28-24. Ferrum battled back in the second half, grabbing a 43-41 lead when Dudley made a layup, was fouled and converted a free throw to give the Panthers a 43-41 lead at 12:40. Ferrum widened the lead to 48-43 with 10:37 left on
D'Andre Mullen's free throw. The Pacers closed the game with a 29-20 run to take pick up the league win.
KEY STATS
William Peace: Jay Hicks had 17 pts; Ryan Emfinger 15 pts, 12 reb; Jalen Vince 15 pts; Chris Thomas 10 pts
Ferrum:
Josh Grimard 22 pts; Mullen 10 pts
NEXT GAME
Coach Bill Tharp's team will host USA South opponent North Carolina Wesleyan College Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 4:30 p.m.