LONDON — A slow start didn’t keep the Corbin Redhounds from picking up their 10th win of the season with a 76-66 win over Madison Southern.
Corbin fell behind 22-20 in the first quarter before rallying to take a 40-33 lead at halftime,
The Redhounds’ lead grew to 56-46 entering the fourth quarter, and wrapped up the win by hitting 9-of-12 free throw attempts in the final eight minutes to secure the win.
“We played well in stretches,” Corbin coach Tony Pietrowski said. “Thankfully that was good enough to secure us a win. We didn’t get off to a great start. But battled back and extended our lead heading into halftime. We made enough plays down the stretch to secure the victory.”
Eli Pietrowski led Corbin with 22 points, 14 of those came in the second half. Zander Curry turned in another solid effort, scoring 18 points while Trey Worley finished with 15 points and Conner Middleton chipped in 11 points.
“Zander and Trey Worley both put in solid performances,” Pietrowski said. “Eli was a warrior this evening. Scored through contact, and rebounded well. Madison Southern has a very nice team. Glad to get a victory over them.”
