The Basics
Score: MNU 87, William Penn 60
Record: MNU (23-2, 21-0), William Penn (3-21, 2-18)
Location: Cook Center – Olathe, Kan.
OLATHE, Kan. – The #11-ranked Pioneers extended their winning streak to a program-record 21 games with an 87-60 win over William Penn on Saturday afternoon. The victory secured MNU's sixth conference title and first since 2021, continuing an undefeated conference campaign to this point.
MNU controlled the game from the start, taking a 21-16 lead after the first quarter before a dominant 24-10 second quarter put the Pioneers ahead by 19 at halftime. The momentum continued in the second half as MNU outscored William Penn 21-10 in the third quarter to eliminate any doubt. MNU won the fourth quarter 24-21 to cruise to the finish.
Turning Point
MNU's 24-10 second-quarter surge gave the Pioneers complete control of the game.
Inside the Box Score
- The Pioneers shot 45.8% from the field
- MNU dominated the glass, outrebounding William Penn 46-22
- The Pioneers forced 22 turnovers, converting them into 24 points
- MNU's bench outscored William Penn's reserves 27-7
- The Pioneers outscored William Penn 58-31 in the paint
Individual Leaders
Up Next
The next game is Wednesday at Baker (6-16, 5-15) at 5:30.
