Pioneers Fall in Semis, Await At-Large

The Basics
Score: MNU 43 - Grand View 80
Record: MNU (19-11), GVU (26-4)
Location: Dave Sisam Arena - Des Moines, Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa – The Pioneers couldn't find an offensive rhythm in an 80-43 loss in the Heart Semifinals at #20 Grand View on Saturday. The Vikings jumped out to a 10-0 lead, but MNU went on a 9-2 run to close the gap late in the 1st quarter. GVU opened up a big lead in the 2nd quarter, and the Pioneers couldn't close the gap. The lead kept increasing in the 2nd half, and MNU lost by 37.

Turning Point
Grand View's 10-0 run to start the game set the tone.

Inside the Box Score
Grand View shot 51% while MNU shot 32%.

Individual Leaders
Kameron Green shot 8-12 for 16 points and 5 rebounds.
 
Up Next
The Pioneers still have a chance at an at-large bid to Nationals. The selection show is Thursday the 7th at 7:00 central. Update: The Pioneers were not chosen among the field of 64.