Gravette defeats Berryville

GRAVETTE --Building on Friday night's win, the Lions continued their winning streak by soundly defeating the Berryville Bobcats, 73-60.

The Lions jumped ahead of Berryville in the first period but saw that lead dwindle in the second, going to the locker room up by four, 29-24.

Stronger play in the second half allowed the Lions to build their lead in the final periods and finish the game with a safe 13-point margin.

Leading the Lions in scoring was Otto Troutner, with 24 points, 4 of those points made at the free-throw line. Terence Pierce followed with 17 points. Cole Turner added 16.

Troutner also led the Lions in rebounds, with 27 -- 14 offensive and 13 defensive. Max Greenway had 11.

No results were available for the girls' game.

Sports on 01/15/2014