Panthers Battle Fanshawe

North Bay, ON — The Canadore Panthers men's basketball team put together a strong first half and led at the break, but a cold third quarter proved costly in an 83–74 loss to Fanshawe at the College Drive Gymnasium. Canadore trailed 19–17 after one, then surged with a 25-point second quarter to take a 42–41 halftime lead. The game swung coming out of the locker room as Fanshawe used a 23–13 third quarter to build separation. Despite an even fourth period (19–19), the Panthers couldn't erase the deficit.

Canadore Leaders

• Royal Egbonkhan: 16 points (5–10 FG, 6–7 FT), 8 rebounds, 1 steal
• Favour Okonkwo: 14 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals, 1 block
• Zuriel Mhlongo: 10 points, 4 steals, 2 assists
• Kejon White: 9 points, 3 assists
• Jonathan Tshienda: 9 points
• Bench boost: Woodli Cime added 6 points, 5 boards; Elie Menda chipped in 5 points, 5 rebounds

Team Numbers

• Shooting: 26–77 FG (33.8%); 3–27 3PT (11.1%); 19–35 FT (54.3%)
• Rebounding: Canadore 35 (13 OREB); Fanshawe 50 (18 OREB)
• Ball Movement/Control: 13 assists, 21 turnovers
• Quarter-by-Quarter: 17–19, 25–22, 13–23, 19–19

Up Next

The Panthers continue league play next week. For schedules, and live stats, visit canadorepanthers.ca and follow @canadore_panthers on social.