Pioneers Handle Crusaders

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The Basics
Score: MNU 85 - Evangel 59
Record: MNU (9-2, 9-1), EU (5-4, 3-3)
Location: Bell Family Arena - Olathe, Kan.

OLATHE, Kan. - Mackenzie Loe didn't miss a shot in MNU's 85-59 victory over Evangel on Wednesday. The Pioneers won the first 2 quarters by 3 point each to take a 6-point lead into halftime. MNU exploded for 27 points in the 3rd quarter to take a 22-point lead, and recorded their second highest point total of the season to move to 9-1 in the Heart.

Turning Point
MNU won the 3rd quarter 27-11 to blow it open.

Individual Leaders
Mackenzie Loe was perfect - 8-8 from the field, 1-1 from 3, and 2-2 from the line - for 19 points, 3 assists, and 2 blocks. Jordynn Gonzalez hit 4 threes for 17 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. TrEl'Shawn Smith added 13 points and 4 assists off the bench. Makayla Gooch recorded 11 points and 7 assists. And Megan Scott had 8 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 blocks.

Inside the Box Score
Evangel hit their first 14 free throws.

Up Next
The next game is Wednesday, January 13 at Missouri Valley (7-9, 4-8) at 5:30.