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Hardin-Simmons Takes Second Half From Eagles

Dillon Cheater drives to the hole against McMurry.

Hardin-Simmons University 95, University of the Ozarks 67
Records: University of the Ozarks (8-13, 3-11 ASC), Hardin-Simmons University (14-7, 9-5 ASC)
Monday, February 6, 2023
Clarksville, Ark. | Mabee Gym

THE BASICS
Clarksville, Ark.- Hardin-Simmons outscored the Eagles 58-30 in the second half to break a halftime tie and finish with a 95-67 win Monday night. The Cowboys hit 54 percent from the field, while the Eagles hit 23 percent in the second half. The Cowboys drilled seven second half three-pointers to help the cause. After the game was tied 37-37 at halftime, the Eagles held a 46-43 lead at the 16:23 mark of the second half. But Hardin-Simmons went on a 15-2 run after that to take control of the game. Josh Ukpe led the Eagles with 22 points.

TOP EAGLES
Scoring – Josh Ukpe (22)
Rebounding – Dillon Cheater (8)
Assists – Dillon Cheater (4)

TURNING POINT
Hardin-Simmons went on a 15-2 run at the midway point of the second half to take control of the game. 

TIP-INS
11 players saw action in the game for the Eagles.

UP NEXT
The Eagles will hit the road to Texas to play Concordia February 9 and Mary Hardin-Baylor February 11.