Dec. 4, 2009

12.3.09 - Shawnee, Okla.- Sophomore scoring duo Charlie Shorter and Brandon Williams led the Mid-America Christian University men's basketball team past Sooner Athletic Conference opponent St. Gregory's University 82-71 on Thursday evening.

Charlie Shorter led the Evangels in scoring with 25 points, hitting five of his seven attempted three-pointers. Brandon Williams added 16 points on the night. The two sophomore combined for half of the teams points in the contest.

John Shodipo also scored in double figures, contributing 13 points. He also led the team in rebounds, snagging seven boards.

The Evangels controlled the pace of the game. SGU was able to keep the score close in the first 10 minutes of play, leading by three (12-9) with just under 15 minutes to play in the first half.

With just under 11 minutes to play in the first MACU went on a 10-0 run (28-18) to give them a little breathing room.

MACU took an 11 point lead into the locker room at the half (42-31).

The Evangels led by as many as 17 points in the second half, never giving the Cavaliers a chance to catch up.

SGU had three scorers in double digit. Chris Dean led the Cavaliers with 20 points, followed by Fayzon Richey with 17 points and Justin Chambers added 16 points.

MACU shot 48 percent from the field, 50 percent from the free throw line and 45 percent from behind the arc.

The Evangels out rebounded SGU 33-24. The Cavs shot 54 percent from the field and free throw line. They shot 31 percent from behind the arc, going 1-5 in the second half.

The Evangels are back on the road this Saturday, taking on Oklahoma Baptist University. Tip off is set for 3 p.m.