YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — In an exciting matchup on Wednesday night, Youngstown State triumphed over Northern Kentucky with a score of 72-61. Juwan Maxey played a pivotal role for the Penguins by scoring 19 points and showcasing his shooting skills, hitting 6 of 11 attempts from the floor, including an impressive 5 of 8 from beyond the arc.

Ty Harper contributed significantly with 14 points, successfully making 5 of 9 shots and converting 4 of 6 from three-point territory. David Wilkerson also made his mark on the game by scoring 12 points and connecting on 5 of 8 field-goal attempts, with a couple of three-pointers (2 for 3). This performance brought Youngstown State’s record to 11 wins and 6 losses overall, including a solid 6-1 in the Horizon League.

On the other side, Trey Robinson of Northern Kentucky led his team with 19 points, in addition to collecting six rebounds and snagging two steals. His efforts kept the game competitive, while LJ Wells added 13 points to the Norse’s effort. Sam Vinson contributed further with 10 points, five assists, and three steals.

Looking ahead, both teams are scheduled to return to action on Saturday. Youngstown State will take on Cleveland State at home, while Northern Kentucky will face Oakland in their own arena.