By: Cooper Ledford
The Cincinnati Christian University Eagles were visiting the Ausbury College colonials, Tuesday (this is so late because CCU does not release scores very quickly.) The game was a THRILLER.
At half time, CCU had a 5 point lead, and transformed it into a 13 point lead, only to slowly rally and hold on to the lead until the final buzzer.
CCU's Dartanian Thomas had two free throws with five seconds and his team down by two, but couldn't find the mark on either. He would again have a chance to redeem himself but could only make the first of two with .8 seconds left. The rebound was tapped in the air and Asbury snapped a five game losing streak and got their first KIAC victory of the season.
Asbury (9-8, 1-0 KIAC) was led by Phillip Morrison's fourth 30 point game of the season, as the junior went for 34. Morrison connected on all 19 of his free throw attempts including 13 in the second half. He was only seven-of-17 from the floor and hit only one-of-three from long range. Morrison also led the team with five assists.
Four other Eagles were in double figures including Jamal Morris with 14, Brian Johnson with 13, Justin Jones with 11, and Brock Hurtle off the bench with 14. Hurtle was a big part in the second half comeback, knocking down all four of his three's after intermission and three in the final six minutes. Johnson also led the team with eight rebounds, Jones added seven.
Both teams were 45% shooting on the night.
Next, CCU will host Alice Lloyd College, on Tuesday, the 19th. The game is at 3:00 PM ET and will not be televised.
