The Basics
Score: MNU 68 - Mount Mercy 66
Record: MNU (3-4, 2-2), MMU (1-6, 0-3)
Location: Hennessey Rec Center - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The Pioneers emerged victorious in a thrilling 68-66 contest at Mount Mercy on Saturday. The Pioneers overcame a 19-point first half deficit to secure their second conference win of the season. With 5 minutes left in the 1st half, the Mustangs led 40-21. But MNU closed with a 15-2 run to get back in the game.
Trailing 42-36 at halftime, MNU tightened up defensively and held Mount Mercy to just 24 second-half points. Key contributions from Brooks Langrehr (11 points) and Shane Stevensen (8 points, 6 rebounds) led the Pioneers to the comeback.
Turning Point
Langrehr's late-game three-pointer tied the game, setting up Gerard Bosch for the go-ahead free throws in the final minute.
Individual Leaders
Inside the Box Score
- MNU shot 42.3% from the field compared to Mount Mercy's 38.2%.
- MNU held a 39-36 rebounding advantage.
Up Next
The next game is Tuesday at home vs. Park at 7:30.
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