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The Citadel Falls 84-80 to Western Carolina - Recap

Western Carolina grabbed a 84-80 win over The Citadel on Wednesday, behind a 20-point effort from Ashley Williams at McAlister Field House.

Western Carolina was a +6.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Western Carolina got 15 points from Onno Steger and another 14 points from Marc Gosselin. Devin Peterson contributed 9 assists, while Marc Gosselin cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.

The Citadel got a 19-point performance from Preston Parks, who was supported by 15 points from Ezekiel Balogun. Preston Parks had 5 assists in a losing cause for The Citadel, while Zane Najdawi grabbed 8 rebounds.

Western Carolina was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Western Carolina had a 42-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Western Carolina takes its act home to face East Tennessee State looking for another win. For The Citadel, they head on the road to face Samford.