Pekin Falls in Overtime Thriller in Second Round

NEW SHARON—The Pekin Panthers visited the North Mahaska Warhawks for the second round of the Class-Region 6 bracket. The Panthers fell to the Warhawks in overtime by a final score of 66-60. 

The game began with both teams dealing back and forth blows. After a half of play, the Warhawks held onto a one point lead at 24-23. 

The Panthers tied the game at 54 heading into the fourth quarter. Both teams kept trading blows, as the game stayed tied after the fourth quarter concluded. 

The Warhawks out-scored the Panthers 12-6 in overtime to secure the 66-60 game. 

The Panthers conclude their season with a record of 12-11, and a conference record of 10-6.