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Recap - Western Carolina Defeats UNC Asheville 78-63

Western Carolina got 23 points and 12 rebounds from Vonterius Woolbright en route to a 78-63 victory over UNC Asheville on Saturday at Ramsey Center.

Bernard Pelote had 13 points for Western Carolina and DJ Campbell chipped in with 12 points. Vonterius Woolbright had 7 assists for them, while Vonterius Woolbright was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.

UNC Asheville got a 21-point performance from Fletcher Abee, who was supported by 18 points from Drew Pember. Drew Pember had 5 assists in a losing cause for UNC Asheville, while Drew Pember grabbed 6 rebounds.

Western Carolina was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Western Carolina had a 31-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Western Carolina takes its act on the road to face USC Upstate looking for another win. For UNC Asheville, they head on the road to face Auburn.