Hannibal, MO – The Hannibal-LaGrange University Men's Basketball Team matched up against conference opponent Harris-Stowe State in a home contest on Saturday afternoon. In an exciting game, the Trojans took home the victory on a last second three-point shot by Jansen Flowtow 58-56. The Trojans will play at home against Culver-Stockton College next Monday at 7:30 pm.

GAME VITALS

• Score: Hannibal-LaGrange def. Harris-Stowe State 58-56
• Records: Hannibal-LaGrange (3-1) | Harris-Stowe State University (0-5)
• Location: Mabee Sports Complex | Hannibal-LaGrange University | Hannibal, Missouri

STAT TRACKER

• Jacob Staton led the Trojans in scoring with 17 points tonight. Staton also had five rebounds and a steal in the game.
• Jansen Flotow recorded 12 points, eight rebounds, and four assists on the night.

INSIDE THE BOXSCORE

• The Trojans shot 44% (11-25) from the field in the first half including a perfect 9-9 from the free-throw line to take a 33-28 lead into the half.
• HSSU mounted a comeback, having a one point lead (56-55) with four seconds to go in the game.
• Jansen Flowtow hit a three-point shot with one second left on the clock to take the lead and seal the Trojan victory 58-56.
• Overall, the Trojans were out-rebounded 36-26.
• Free-throws made a difference with HLGU going 13-15 from the line and Harris-Stowe State going 10-20.

THOUGHTS FROM COACH DURST

• "Our guys battled today and made some tough plays late to get the victory.  Getting a win is a great way to start conference play."