Bears hold on down the stretch for their first conference win this season. Shawnee fends off the Running Eagle's come-back to finish the game 69-67.
Waller Gymnasium was full of energy during Saturday's contest against Life University. Shawnee came out strong and quick, creating chaos on the defensive end and causing six turnovers. The Bears were unfazed by the Running Eagles press and instead were able to get looks for wide-open lobs and emphatic slams. SSU shot an impressive 51.6% in the first half but never held their lead for long. Shawnee trailed 38-37 at the end of the half.
The second half started rough for the Bears, giving up three quick turnovers and struggling offensively. It wasn't until Elijah Bishop's 8-point scoring surge that the offense began to click again. SSU began to gather a greater lead behind Tre Beard's triple, a slam from Donoven Carlisle, and a forced turnover. In the final minutes, Life's offense got the game back to within two but thanks to Donoven Carlisle's clutch defense, the Bears were able to hold on to win the game 69-67.
- Elijah Bishop led all scorers with 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists
- Miles Thomas pitched in with 10 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists
- Donoven Carlisle rounded out the scoring with 10 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists
The 6th ranked Bears are back in action on November 27 in Waller Gymnasium at 2:00 pm, when they host Dalton State.
