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Hawkins leads Gardner-Webb against Charleston Southern
Associated Press
Charleston Southern Buccaneers (4-9) at Gardner-Webb Runnin’ Bulldogs (3-9)
Boiling Springs, North Carolina; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Gardner-Webb hosts Charleston Southern after Ashley Hawkins scored 47 points in Gardner-Webb’s 99-97 loss to the Queens (NC) Royals.
The Runnin’ Bulldogs have gone 2-2 at home. Gardner-Webb is 1-5 in games decided by 10 points or more.
The Buccaneers have gone 2-6 away from home. Charleston Southern has a 1-9 record in games decided by 10 or more points.
Gardner-Webb is shooting 35.8% from the field this season, 6.9 percentage points lower than the 42.7% Charleston Southern allows to opponents. Charleston Southern averages 53.2 points per game, 23.1 fewer points than the 76.3 Gardner-Webb gives up to opponents.
The matchup Thursday is the first meeting of the season between the two teams in conference play.
TOP PERFORMERS: Hawkins is averaging 17.9 points, 4.3 assists and 1.5 steals for the Runnin’ Bulldogs.
Catherine Alben is averaging 13.5 points for the Buccaneers.
LAST 10 GAMES: Runnin’ Bulldogs: 2-8, averaging 66.3 points, 32.2 rebounds, 10.4 assists, 5.8 steals and 1.0 block per game while shooting 35.7% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 78.3 points per game.
Buccaneers: 4-6, averaging 52.9 points, 30.1 rebounds, 9.1 assists, 5.7 steals and 2.3 blocks per game while shooting 33.8% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 70.5 points.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Hawkins shines as Gardner-Webb defeats Charleston Southern
In a thrilling matchup, Gardner-Webb’s star player, James Hawkins, led his team to a victory against Charleston Southern. Hawkins put on a show, scoring a game-high 25 points and showcasing his impressive skills on both ends of the court.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets throughout. But Hawkins’ clutch shooting and tenacious defense proved to be the difference maker as Gardner-Webb came out on top in the end.
Fans were on the edge of their seats as Hawkins made big play after big play, energizing his teammates and the crowd. His leadership and determination were on full display, inspiring his team to dig deep and secure the win.
With this impressive performance, Hawkins has solidified himself as a key player for Gardner-Webb and a force to be reckoned with in the conference. The team looks to build on this win and continue their success as they push towards the playoffs.
Congratulations to James Hawkins and the Gardner-Webb team on their hard-fought victory against Charleston Southern! #GoBulldogs #HawkinsForTheWin
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