The Spurgeon College men's basketball team (5-1) put on an offensive clinic in front of 191 fans at the Mathena Student Center on November 14, 2024, dominating Union Adventist University (1-4) in a 100-62 victory that featured contributions from every player who stepped on the court.
First Half Explosion
The Knights set the tone early with a blistering first half, taking a commanding 60-21 lead into the break. Their efficient shooting (57.1% from the field, 52.6% from three-point range) and stifling defense held Union Adventist to just 14.3% shooting in the opening period.
Balanced Attack
Five Knights scored in double figures:
Team Effort
The Knights demonstrated their depth with impressive team statistics:
- 42 bench points
- 48 points in the paint
- 31 points off turnovers
- 58 total rebounds
- 20 assists
- 21 steals
Defensive Dominance
Spurgeon's defense proved overwhelming:
- Held Union Adventist to 24.6% shooting
- Forced 28 turnovers
- Limited opponents to just 16 points in the paint
- Controlled the glass with a 58-41 rebounding advantage
Looking Ahead
The victory improves the Knights' record to 5-1 on the season. Their combination of offensive efficiency and defensive pressure continues to make them a formidable opponent.
Stay tuned for upcoming games as Spurgeon College looks to build on their strong start to the season!
