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Recap - Gardner-Webb Defeats UNC Asheville 80-73

Caleb Robinson scored 20 points and chipped in with 11 rebounds for Gardner-Webb on Wednesday, leading them to a 80-73 victory over UNC Asheville at Paul Porter Arena.

DQ Nicholas had 16 points for Gardner-Webb and Quest Aldridge chipped in with 16 points. Julien Soumaoro had 3 assists for them, while Caleb Robinson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

UNC Asheville got 21 points from Josh Banks in a losing cause and another 13 points from Drew Pember. Caleb Burgess contributed 4 assists for them, while Toyaz Solomon had 7 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed UNC Asheville were victorious, as the score was 46-42 at the break.

Gardner-Webb had a 30-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Gardner-Webb looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Presbyterian. UNC Asheville will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Winthrop.