In a game that saw seven players reach double digits in scoring, it was defense that finally prevailed. Protecting a slim lead throughout the fourth quarter, Statesboro locked down on defense and forced Swainsboro into shooting just 3-for-15 from the floor over the final eight minutes to secure a 72-64 win Saturday night in the Devil’s Den. “I was a little bit upset with our defense in the first half,” said SHS coach Lee Hill.