In a thrilling matchup in Greensboro, North Carolina, UNC Greensboro emerged victorious with a close score of 74-70 against Western Carolina on Saturday night.
Ronald Polite led the Spartans’ charge, contributing a total of 18 points with an impressive shooting performance. He successfully made 7 out of 15 attempts from the floor and netted 3 of 4 free throws. Alongside Polite, Donovan Atwell added 12 points to the team’s efforts, shooting 5 for 14, although he struggled from beyond the arc, making just 1 of 7 attempts. Demetrius Davis also chipped in with 10 points, completing 3 of his 10 shots and hitting 2 of 7 from three-point territory.

On the other side of the court, Bernard Pelote was the standout player for the Catamounts, scoring 17 points. He was supported by Marcus Kell, who recorded a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds, contributing significantly to his team’s effort. Chevalier Emery also made a solid impact, scoring 15 points for Western Carolina.

Both teams are set to return to action on Wednesday. UNC Greensboro will take on VMI at home, while Western Carolina will host East Tennessee State. The upcoming games are highly anticipated, as both squads look to build on their performances in this competitive conference.