Second Half Surge Powers Bearcats Past Saints

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Published on February 19 2021 1:53 pm
Last Updated on February 19 2021 1:53 pm
Written by Millie Lange

The McKendree University men's basketball team improved its record to 9-6 for the season with a victory over Great Lakes Valley Conference opponent Maryville University 78-59 Thursday nigh.

Jacob Donaldson (Effingham graduate) and Brendon Gooch each scored 19 points leading the team to victory.  McKendree's lead at halftime was by one point, 27-26. The victory was by 19 points. 

Donaldson scored all of his 19 points in the second half.  He also had two slam dunks in the last minute and a half.  It was a good night for both the team and for Jacob Donaldson.