Franklin Springs, GA- The Lions came out dominating the first half of play shooting 48% from the field camped to NGU who shot 37%. The matchup featured fifteen lead changes and ended with both teams shooting over 50% from the field. Leading by four at halftime, the Lions knew they had to stay strong in the second half of play in order to win this game. The Lions would have their energy matched by NGU in the second half of play but it was not enough to close up the gap. Free Throws were the biggest advantage of the game for the Lions as they made fifteen of eighteen free throws for a percentage of .833 from the line including KJ Jones who went twelve of twelve in the second half.

Results
- Emmanuel 76, NGU 72
- Emmanuel 10-7, 6-3 Conference Carolinas/ NGU 2-16, 0-9 Conference Carolinas

Players of the Game:

- KJ Jones scored 25 points, 3 assists, 6 rebounds, and went 12-12 at the free throw line
- Jeremiah Francis scored 14 points, 2 assists, 3 rebounds and went 7 for 8 from the field

The Lions will travel to Lees McRae on Wednesday, January 18th to take on the Bobcats in a Conference Carolinas matchup. The game is set to begin at 7:00pm.