BREAKING: Hill College has defeated Kilgore College with a score of 66-57 in a gripping matchup at the Evelyn Blalock Classic held at Kilgore College’s Masters Gymnasium. This victory ensures Hill advances as the competition heats up in this annual event.
The game, which took place earlier today, featured standout performances, particularly by Hill’s Kiah Goynes, who scored 20 points, including a crucial 3-pointer that tied the game at 53-53 late in the fourth quarter. Goynes’ explosive start, with nine points from beyond the arc in the opening quarter, helped Hill build an early lead of 14-6.
Despite the hosts rallying back to tie the game and even lead at times, Hill’s ability to score in critical moments proved decisive. With 6:21 left in the game, Goynes hit another 3-pointer, followed by a three-point play from Journee Chambers, securing Hill’s lead for good.
Kilgore’s Ja’Sani Green fought valiantly, contributing 15 points and 11 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Hill’s late surge. Other notable performances for KC included Madison Bob with nine points and Kelsie Magnum with seven points and seven rebounds.
Today’s second round of games will feature Panola College against Hill at 11 a.m., followed by Kilgore’s women facing Midland at 1 p.m.. Both matchups promise to be intense as teams vie for supremacy in this critical tournament.
In the earlier game, Midland College secured a narrow 69-64 overtime victory against Panola, with Diana Szakolczi leading Midland with 17 points. This thrilling win sets the stage for an exciting day of basketball as teams look to build momentum.
Fans are encouraged to catch the action live at Masters Gymnasium as Kilgore College looks to bounce back from this loss. The stakes are high, and the competition is fierce as the tournament progresses.
Stay tuned for real-time updates and highlights from the Evelyn Blalock Classic!
