Feb. 7, 2009

2.7.09 - Lubbock, TX- Although they led by 11 points at halftime, the Mid-America Christian University men's basketball team fell to Lubbock Christian University 88-81 in overtime on Saturday afternoon at Rip Griffin Center. This is the second time this season the Chaps have overcome MACU in overtime.

MACU led by as many as 13 throughout the game. With just over 12 minutes to play the Evangels held an 11 point led (56-45). LCU went on a 9-2 run to get back into the contest and gain momentum. They eventually tied the game up at 69-69.

The Evangels led 75-73 with 38 seconds to play but the Chaps were able to get down the court where Kenny Hewitt got a shot off but missed. Jacob Klockenga rebounded and got the put back to send the game into overtime tied 75-75.

The Chaps took their first lead since the first half of play in overtime when Tommy Lane hit a field goal to put the Chaps up 81-79. The Chaps outscored the Evangels 13-6 in overtime.

The Evangels out rebounded the Chaps 43-36.

MACU is now 0-4 on the season in overtime games, twice to Wayland Baptist and twice LCU.

Brandon Williams led the Evangels with 27 points and six rebounds. Derek Winston had 15 points and six boards.

The Evangels will travel to Oklahoma Baptist University on Thursday, February 12th at 8 p.m.