Gabe Board scored 10 of his 23 points in the third quarter as Lyon County used a 19-7 run to take control in a 61-49 road win at St. Mary Tuesday.
The Lyons were ahead 26-24 at halftime before Board scored 10 points, and Jackson Shoulders added seven in the frame for a 45-31 lead heading into the final quarter.
The Lyons shot 54-percent from the field and hit 16-of-22 free throws to keep the Vikings at bay throughout the contest.
In addition to his 23 points, Board had six rebounds, six assists and five steals for the Lyons. Shoulders had a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds.
Seventh grader Travis Perry had an off night shooting the ball, making just 2-of-9 shots from the field. He finished with 10 points but had six assists and five rebounds. Gabe Defew added eight for the Lyons.
Colin Doss led St. Mary (12-16) with 23 points, while Parker McCauley hit four 3-pointers and finished with 12 points.
It was Lyon County’s second win over the Vikings this year and improved their record to 18-9 on the season – their most wins since the 2010-11 season.
The Lyons will host Hopkins County Central Thursday night for Senior Night.
