In a thrilling matchup on Wednesday night, St. Thomas emerged victorious against Northern Colorado with a final score of 87-75, powered by a standout performance from Miles Barnstable, who netted 20 points.
Barnstable exhibited remarkable shooting accuracy, making 8 of 9 attempts from the field and hitting 2 of 3 shots from three-point range, contributing significantly to the Tommies’ success as they improved their record to 6-4.
Nolan Minessale also had a strong showing for St. Thomas, scoring 18 points on an efficient 8 for 12 shooting and converting 2 of 4 attempts from the free-throw line.
Meanwhile, Drake Dobbs added to the team’s efforts with 12 points, hitting 5 of 7 from the field.
On the other side, the Bears, also holding a 6-4 record, were led by Isaiah Hawthorne, who scored 20 points and grabbed six rebounds.
Langston Reynolds contributed 16 points and secured eight rebounds, while Marcell McCreary added to the scoreboard with 13 points and six rebounds of his own.
The competitive game showcased impressive performances from both teams as they battled for dominance on the court.