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Royals Defeat Gophers in Conference Match-Up

Royals Defeat Gophers in Conference Match-Up
February 1, 2025
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Scranton, Pa.- The Gophers (4-15 overall, 3-9 Landmark) traveled to Scranton University to compete against the Royals (10-9 overall, 5-7 Landmark) in this confrence match-up. The Royals maintained their lead through the game securing their win 90-63. 

First Half

  • Gophers start the half with a dunk by Chima Egeonu in the first two minutes.
  • Jayden Saunders starts a scoring run with a 2-pointer followed by 3-pointer from Darnell Morris Jr. with (17:24) remaining. 
  • The Royals take the lead with (10:05) remaining to start an unanswered six point scoring run. 
  • Gophers chip at the Royal's lead with a 2-pointer by Brian Griffin with (.34) left in the half. 
  • Royals end the half up 39-24.

Second Half

  • John Dixon starts the half scoring a 3-pointer for the Gophers. 
  • Royals maintain their lead with a seven point scoring run stopped by Griffin with (6:52) left in the half.
  • Gophers chip at the Royals lead with 2-pointers by Jon Perry and Nemo Johnson in the last two minutes. 
  • Ending the half the Royals maintained their lead winning 90-63. 

Numbers and Notes

  • Griffin was the Gopher's top scoring with 14 points and one assist.
  • Morris Jr. tied for highest scorer with 14 points. He also completed four turnovers and two assists.
  • The Gophers shot 39.6% overall and shot 3-21 beyond the arc. They forced 10 turnovers resulting in nine points.
  • Royals shot 54.9% overall and shot 5-19 beyond the arc. They forced 22 turnovers resulting in 25 points. 

What's Next

  • The Gophers will be competing in a home contest against Susquehanna University. The game will take place on Wednesday, February 5 at 7pm.