MOUNT VERNON, Ga. - The Brewton-Parker Barons hosted the Point University Skyhawks on Thursday to begin conference play for their season and took the victory 70-65 to move to 4-2, and 1-0 for the season. The Barons managed to come back from starting the game down four points before taking the lead with just under 16 minutes left in the first half. The Barons grabbed the lead at 19-18 with seven and a half minutes left and led for the rest of the game. 

The Barons were led once again by the dominating scoring of Dre Burroughs with 28 points, seven rebounds, and three assists and a steal. The Barons were also aided by strong performances from Zsolt Boros, who dropped 15 points, grabbed five boards, and four assists, with a steal. Grant Sanders contributed 10 points and nine boards to the team's victory. 

At halftime, the Barons had the lead and continued to hold off Points offense to take their first conference win. The Barons are set to host Dalton State Thursday November 21 before going on a two game road trip to Keiser University on November 26 and Florida National University on November 27. The Barons look to carry their momentum and hard fought wins into the rest of the season. 
 

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