CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Led by Devon Robinson double-double, and junior guard, Drew Rackley's 37 points, the Golden Eagles (9-4, 4-3 MEC) notched their fourth conference victory over Wheeling Jesuit (1-12, 0-7 MEC).
Just the Basics
FINAL SCORE –University of Charleston 91, Wheeling Jesuit 74
LOCATION – Wheeling, W.Va.
RECORDS – Charleston (9-4, 4-3 MEC); Wheeling Jesuit (1-12, 0-7 MEC)
How it Happened
The Golden Eagles went 17-28 in the first half led by Rackley with 24 points. Steve Cannady led the Cardinals to start with 10 points, sending the two teams into the break with UC up 45-37.
The Golden Eagles continued build off of their eight-point lead after the half. Charleston a solid 69 percent in the second half led once again by Rackley with 13-points. Devon Robinson scored 10 in the second half while bringing down nine boards, while Adam Traore contributed 10 points in the efforts.
Charleston went on to win 91-74 improving to 4-3 in MEC play.
Charleston Individual Leaders
Points- Rackley (37)
Rebounds- Robinson (15)
Steals- Robinson, Rackley, Floyd (1)
Assists- Rackley (6)
Blocks- McManus (1)
Wheeling Jesuit Individual Leaders
Points- Cannady (20)
Rebounds- Ansong (8)
Steals- Cannady, Kamgain (2)
Assists- Cannady (5)
Blocks- Kamgain (1)
Up Next
The Golden Eagles are set to host West Liberty on Saturday, January 12. The two teams will tipoff at 4:00 p.m.
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