Shelbyville built a big first-half lead and withstood a Spring Hill rally to run past the Raiders, 64-51, on Tuesday night in Columbia, TN.
The Golden Eagles came out firing, securing a 16-12 advantage at the end of the first quarter. But it was the second quarter where Shelbyville truly took flight, outpacing the Raiders on both ends of the floor to build a commanding 38-22 halftime lead.
Spring Hill tried to claw back in the second half, but Shelbyville stayed in control, maintaining a 49-38 lead heading into the final period. The Golden Eagles kept their composure down the stretch, shutting down any hopes of a Raider comeback and closing out the 64-51 victory.
Tae’Shawn Shelton led the charge, pouring in a game-high 19 points. Jevon Lee delivered in clutch moments, tallying 17 points to keep the Eagles in the driver’s seat. Meanwhile, Jack Conditt put on a sharpshooting display, draining two three-pointers in the third quarter and finishing with 14 points—earning him Watson Metals Player of the Game. Shelbyville will return to action on Thursday, Feb. 13, as they host Columbia Central, with the girl's game tipping off at 6 P.M. and the boy's contest to follow at 7:30 P.M.
The next broadcast on 105.1 Whiskey Country will be on Thursday, Feb. 13, as they host Columbia Central. Pregame coverage will begin at 5:45 P.M.
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