The Basics
Score: MNU 66 - Central Methodist 55
Record: MNU (5-4, 3-2), CMU (3-8, 2-4)
Location: Bell Family Arena - Olathe, Kan.
OLATHE, Kan. - The Pioneers beat Central Methodist 66-55 on Thursday. The Eagles jumped out to a 7-0 lead and held a 15-5 lead after 7 minutes of play, but MNU went on a 14-4 run to tie the game. A 3-point MNU halftime lead jumped to 10 early in the second half, and the Pioneers held a multi-possession lead throughout the period. The lead reached 16 with 3 minutes left before MNU cruised to the finish.
Turning Point
MNU opened the 2nd half on a 7-0 run.
Individual Leaders
Dakota Quinn led all scorers with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 blocks.
Dante Scroggins added 12 points.
Patrick Cairns had 11 points and 8 rebounds. And
Preston Kliewer had 7 assists in 12 minutes off the bench.
Inside the Box Score
The Pioneers out-shot the Eagles 50% to 34%.
Up Next
The next game is Saturday at home vs. Graceland (5-5, 3-3) at 4:00.
