INDIANAPOLIS — In an impressive display, EJ Farmer scored 26 points to lead Youngstown State to a dominant 77-61 victory over IU Indianapolis on Wednesday night.

Farmer’s performance included hitting 5 of 15 shots from the field, showcasing a remarkable 5 of 12 accuracy from the three-point line, and converting 11 out of 12 free throws. This victory marks an important milestone for the Penguins, who improved to a record of 10-5 overall and 5-0 in the Horizon League, while extending their winning streak to eight games.

Siem Uijtendaal also contributed significantly to the win, adding 14 points with an efficient shooting performance of 4 for 6, including 4 for 5 from beyond the arc, further solidifying the team’s offensive strength.

On the other side, the Jaguars, who now sit with a record of 5-11 and 1-4 in the league, were led by Paul Zilinskas who tallied 19 points and secured two steals in the game. Jarvis Walker also played a vital role for the Jaguars, contributing 12 points along with two steals. Alec Millender rounded out the scoring with nine points and provided four assists, but the team unfortunately extended their losing streak to six consecutive games.

This matchup highlighted the Penguins’ ability to perform under pressure, as they continue to solidify their status as a formidable competitor in their conference. The Jaguars will look to turn their fortunes around in the coming games.