The Lumpkin Co. Indians defeated the Union Co. Panthers 56-54 on Saturday night in Dahlonega.

Senior Gus Faulkner goes up for a lay-up.

The Indians withstood a late run from the Panthers that cut their late 8-point lead to only 2.

Senior Chandler Pulley scored a career-high 35 points, including a school record 8 three-pointers, to carry his team to victory. Senior Gus Faulkner also recorded 7 assists, inching him closer to the school’s record.

Lumpkin Co.’s next game is Tuesday night, when they will play at North Hall high school at 7:30 p.m.