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Charleston edges UMass in Shriners Classic Thriller
22 Nov
Summary
- Charleston secured a narrow 69-65 victory over Massachusetts.
- Jlynn Counter led Charleston with 12 points, including crucial second-half scoring.
- A late 9-2 run by Charleston erased a deficit to secure the win.

Charleston secured a hard-fought 69-65 victory against Massachusetts at the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic. Jlynn Counter led the Cougars with 12 points, demonstrating crucial offensive contributions in the second half. The team's resilience was evident as they mounted a significant comeback.
Trailing in the second half, Charleston orchestrated a decisive 9-2 run. This surge erased a four-point deficit, giving the Cougars a slim 60-57 lead with just over four minutes remaining. This pivotal moment swung the momentum and paved the way for their eventual triumph.
Massachusetts fought valiantly, with Marcus Banks leading their scoring effort with 18 points. Leonardo Bettiol also contributed significantly with 14 points and five assists. Despite their efforts, Charleston's late-game execution proved to be the deciding factor in this closely contested matchup.




