Shawnee Men Lose to Southeastern Illinois

12/03/07

Shawnee 79 @ Southeastern Illinois 105

Shawnee traveled to Harrisburg, IL to face Division I foe Southeastern Illinois who entered the contest with a record of 8-1. Southeastern came and took control of the game early with strong inside play and sharp shooter from their guards as the Saints struggled to score. "We turned the ball over early, missed shots, & don’t get stops defensively. That’s a recipe for disaster when you play SIC." Coach Sparks commented.

At the half Shawnee trailed 21 - 42. Shawnee came out the second half and attempted to claw their way back into the game, but they only closed within fifteen points. The Saints scored 58 points in the second half, but that wasn’t enough after spotting Southeastern a 21 point half time lead. Shawnee shot 75% from the F.T. line, 33% on 3pt. FG, 48% on 2pt. FG, with 24 turnovers to 11 assist, , and 5 players fouled out.

The Saints were led by Johnny Williams who scored 14 of his 23 points in the second half. Brandon Anderson also dropped in 18 points. The Saints record drops to 6-4 and they will now prepare to play Meramec @ the Rawlings Shootout in St. Louis, MO.

STATISTICAL LEADERS
Johnny Williams 23 points 5 rebounds 4 deflections
Brandon Anderson 18 points
Jonathan Griffin 11 points 6 rebounds 4 blocks 5 deflections
(5-5 from the field in 15 minutes of action due to foul trouble)