Pilgrims Knob, VA — The Lady Panthers managed to hang on 50-49 to defeat East Ridge with the first game back from Christmas Break. The Panthers led 31 to 15 at the half and appeared to be in control of the game. But, a poor shooting second half marred buy several unforced turnovers turned an otherwise sure thing into a too close for comfort kind of ending. The Panthers were led by Cheyanna Davis (20 points, 8 assists) and Rayne Hawthorne (19 points 11 rebounds). The Panthers will return to the court on 12/29 against Holston at The Knob.