Hannibal, MO – The Hannibal-LaGrange University Men's Basketball Team took on conference foe Williams Baptist on Saturday afternoon. The Trojans could not keep pace with the fast-paced, highly pressure style of the Eagle's play this afternoon, falling 81-57. HLGU's next game will be Tuesday at home against Central Baptist.

GAME VITALS

• Score: Williams Baptist def. Hannibal-LaGrange 81-57
• Records: Hannibal-LaGrange (5-5, 1-2) | Williams Baptist (6-4, 2-2)
• Location: Mabee Sports Complex | Hannibal-LaGrange University | Hannibal, Missouri

STAT TRACKER

• Jacob Staton led the Trojans in scoring today with 16 points. Staton added three rebounds, two assists, and one steal on the day.
• Khalib Becton finished with 12 points, nine rebounds, three assists, and two steals.

INSIDE THE BOXSCORE

• In the first half, the Eagles shot 50% (6-12) from deep while the Trojans shot 37.5% (3-8).
• WBU used an eight point swing to build up a lead towards the end of the first half. They took an 11 point lead into the break (45-34).
• The Trojans struggled with three-point shooting today, going 3-16 (18.8%) overall. The Eagles went 13-26 (50%), making it a turning point in there game.
• HLGU turned the ball over 17 times while forcing 11 WBU turnovers.
• Williams Baptist grabbed 33 boards while Hannibal-LaGrange grabbed 29.

THOUGHTS FROM COACH DURST

• "Today was a frustrating loss, but we have to regroup and get ready for Tuesday.  We need to go into Christmas break wth some momentum."