Leopards rally in second half for 69-61 victory
Belle Vernon rallied in the second half Tuesday night for a 69-61 Section 3-AAA victory over visiting Waynesburg Central.
The Raiders (1-5, 7-9) led 31-28 at halftime, but the Leopards outscored the visitors in the third quarter, 17-11, for a 45-42 lead.
Belle Vernon (5-1, 13-4) maintained the momentum into the fourth quarter for a 24-19 advantage.
The Leopards converted 20-of-36 free throw attempts, while the Raiders made 9-of-16.
Mitchell Pohlot led the Leopards with 18 points, 14 rebounds and four blocks. Devin Whitlock scored a game-high 33 points.
Lucas Garber led Waynesburg with 20 points and five assists. Chris King had a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds.