Braves rally past Pacers in overtime for win
USC Aiken falls 77-72 in overtime at UNC Pembroke as Mike Smith hits a late 3 to force extras. Mark Matthews 21 points and 10 rebounds lead UNCP, while Nobles scores 11 with seven assists for USCA. The Pacers drop to 16-7, 10-6. Braves move to 18-7, 11-5.
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Lander
Pacer women drop third straight at UNC Pembroke
USC Aiken women suffer a 65 50 loss at UNC Pembroke to fall into third in the East Division. Kwajelin Farrar posts her 11th double double this season, while Brianna Baham scores 18 for UNCP. The Pacers shoot under 27 percent and travel to Lander on Saturday.
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Lander
Gamecocks face tough mood after late loss to Alabama
South Carolina men grapple with mental recovery after a 90-86 four overtime defeat to Alabama. Sindarius Thornwell delivered a heroic effort but the 19th ranked Gamecocks slipped from SEC top spot and face a road test at Mississippi State.
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Young Pacers Softball Open Season With New Look
USC Aiken opens the season Saturday with a large freshman class and experienced returners after reaching the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Jerry Snyder aims for strong offense while fighting for a starting lineup among a young roster. The Pacers face Limestone in the opener as they rebuild after losing top hitters Sarah Montes and Samantha Chubb.
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USC Aiken softball opens season with Limestone doubleheader
USC Aiken meets Limestone in a Saturday season opener at J H Satcher Field with a 1 p.m. first pitch. Coach Snyder expects four to five players to hit 15 home runs, backed by speed on the bases and a strong pitching staff. Senior Magan Thrower leads returning hitters, while Hannah Price and Sydney Kate Murphy provide solid threats.
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PBC
Silver Bluff to face Calhoun County for region title
Silver Bluff meets Calhoun County at Barnwell High School in a neutral site tiebreaker for the Region 5-AA championship and No. 1 seed in the Class AA playoffs starting Feb. 15. Calhoun County leads Silver Bluff 14-6 and 9-1 in region play. the winner claims top seeding and a spot in the regional final.
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