In a closely contested game in Cookeville, Tennessee, the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles triumphed over Southern Indiana with a final score of 68-64.
The standout player for the Golden Eagles was Daniel Egbuniwe, who not only scored 14 points but also made a significant impact on defense with 14 rebounds and three blocks. His performance proved crucial for Tennessee Tech, which now holds a record of 7-7 overall and 2-1 in the Ohio Valley Conference. Alongside him, Matthew Sells contributed 14 points, hitting 4 of 10 attempts, including a solid 4 out of 8 from three-point range. Ola Ajiboye also made his mark, finishing the game with 10 points and an impressive perfect shooting percentage of 5 for 5 from the floor.
On the opposing side, Stephen Olowoniyi shone for the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles, leading all scorers with an impressive 26 points. He also secured 13 rebounds and made three steals, showcasing his all-around abilities. Damoni Harrison provided notable support with 20 points and eight rebounds, while Jared Washington chimed in with seven points. Southern Indiana’s record now stands at 6-8 overall and 1-3 within their conference after this narrow loss.
Overall, the matchup highlighted strong performances from both teams, but it was Tennessee Tech that managed to edge out their rivals in the end.