We are officially (just over) halfway through the Big South slate, and the league has clarified into a familiar, but sharper, picture. High Point University (20–4, 8–1)  and Winthrop (16–8, 8–1)  sit tied atop the conference standings , separated not by record, but by style, tempo, and how games are officiated. Everyone else is fighting for seeding, matchup luck, and the right to play spoiler in March. For High Point, the storyline remains continuity through change. When Alan

📍 Setting the Stage The Big South has officially turned the page to rematch season , and High Point’s first test comes in the one building that has haunted them longer than any other. The Panthers arrive in Farmville riding a glossy 19–4 record , but the shine is cracking. Defensive trend lines are pointing the wrong way, offensive balance is wobbling, and confidence is being propped up more by turnovers forced than stops earned. Meanwhile, Longwood is wounded but dangerous.

HPU is now 7-1 after beating Presbyterian on national TV. Hear from HPU coach Flynn Clayman after the game, that includes thoughts on interior defense. Road trip to Longwood coming up this weekend.