Dec. 1, 2007

11.1.07 - SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark.- The Mid-America Christian University Evangels stretched their losing streak to three game Saturday, Dec. 1. The John Brown University Golden Eagles defeated the Evangels 79-53 in Sooner Athletic Conference play.

MACU struggled with the Golden Eagles physical play in front of a hostile crowd. JBU's defense gave the Evangels fits, holding MACU to just 28% shooting for the game.

"We struggled to get in our offense," Head Coach Willie Holley said. "Their defense was very physical and they did a good job disrupting our offense."

The Evangels held an early 3-2 lead, but the Golden Eagles pulled ahead and never trailed the rest of the game. JBU stretched their lead throughout the first half and pulled their lead to double digits for the first time with thirty second remaining in the first half. At the half the Evangels went into the locker room down 33-20.

The Golden Eagles went on a 22-6 run in the second half and put the Evangels away early. JBU held its largest lead of the night at 76-40 with 5:31 remaining in the game. MACU would trim the lead, but JBU held on for the win

Senior Donald Thorne recorded his second double-double of the season with 10 points and 13 rebounds. Senior Tracy Wilkins scored nine points and grabbed four rebounds in the loss.

The Evangels fall to 4-5 on the season, and 0-2 in SAC play.

MACU will look to pick up their first conference win of the season at home Saturday, Dec. 8, against the defending National Champions Oklahoma City University. Game time is set for 8:00.

If you are interested in playing men's basketball for MACU or would like more information about the men's basketball program, contact Coach Charles Goar at 405-692-3267 or via email at cgoar@macu.edu.