CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — In an exciting matchup, Chattanooga managed to secure a narrow victory over Southeast Missouri State with a final score of 87-82 on Sunday evening.

Noah Melson was instrumental in the Mocs’ success, contributing 15 points along with five rebounds. His performance helped propel Chattanooga to a much-needed win, improving their record to 2-3. Alongside Melson, Sean Cusano made a notable impact by scoring 14 points, displaying impressive accuracy by going 5 for 5 from the field and hitting 2 of his 3 free-throw attempts. Trey Bonham also had a strong showing, scoring 13 points with a shooting line of 3 for 9 overall and 2 for 7 from beyond the arc, while also grabbing six rebounds.

On the opposing side, Rob Martin had a standout game for the Redhawks, scoring a remarkable 29 points. Tedrick Washington Jr. also contributed significantly with 25 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, and three steals, showcasing a well-rounded performance. BJ Ward added 13 points to the team’s efforts, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Mocs’ scoring advantage.

This close contest highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams as Chattanooga celebrated their victory on the road, aiming to build momentum for future games.