CALHOUN, AL - Itawamba Community College defeated Calhoun Community College 89-70 in a strong team performance.
AJ Dent led the team with an outstanding performance, scoring 31 points on 12-18 shooting (1-2 from beyond the arc), adding 20 rebounds (5 offensive), and contributing 3 steals. His dominant display in the paint and ability to score efficiently helped Itawamba take control.
Damarion Winston was also crucial, finishing with 17 points, shooting 4-9 from the field, including 1-4 from three-point range. His free-throw shooting (8-8) was key to maintaining the lead.
Itawamba shot 42.9% from the field and 19% from three-point range. They also capitalized on free throws, finishing at 70.5% (31-44). They dominated the rebounding battle, grabbing 57 boards to Calhoun's 35, with notable contributions from AJ Dent (20).
Itawamba's defense and rebounding were crucial in securing the win, as they out-rebounded Calhoun. They also maintained their advantage throughout the game, leading 31-28 at halftime and pushing the lead further in the second half.
