Morehead, Kentucky – In a thrilling matchup on Tuesday night, Morehead State narrowly triumphed over Southern Indiana with a final score of 66-65, thanks in large part to Tyler Brelsford’s impressive 19-point contribution.

Brelsford demonstrated remarkable accuracy, hitting 6 out of 8 shots from the field, which included 3 successful 3-pointers from 5 attempts, while also converting 4 of 5 attempts from the free-throw line. His performance was pivotal for the Eagles, boasting a record of 14 wins and 8 losses, including a strong 9-2 in the Ohio Valley Conference play. Kenny White Jr. supported the team by adding 13 points, achieving 6 for 8 shooting and grabbing seven rebounds. Anouar Mellouk also played a significant role, finishing with 13 points after connecting on 6 of 11 attempts from the field.

On the opposing side, Jayland Randall led the Screaming Eagles with 16 points. Southern Indiana, which currently has a record of 9-12 and 4-7 in conference play, also benefited from a solid performance by Stephen Olowoniyi, who contributed 13 points along with seven rebounds and two blocks. Jack Mielke finished the game with 12 points and also secured seven rebounds, showcasing Southern Indiana’s balanced effort.

Both teams have upcoming matchups against Tennessee Tech, with Morehead State set to play at home on Thursday and Southern Indiana also playing at home on Saturday.