CHARLESTON, Ill. — In a competitive matchup on Thursday night, Tennessee Tech emerged victorious against Eastern Illinois with a final score of 69-64, thanks in large part to the contributions of Daniel Egbuniwe and Jaylon Johnson, who each netted 13 points for their team.
Egbuniwe showcased his versatility on the court by not only scoring but also contributing significantly on the boards, grabbing 10 rebounds. The Golden Eagles, who now hold a record of 9-7 overall and 4-1 in the Ohio Valley Conference, saw Johnson also excel with a shooting performance of 4 for 10, including 3 successful 3-point shots, and he provided six assists to his teammates. Additionally, JaJuan Nicholls and Kyle Layton chipped in 10 points apiece to aid the team’s cause.

For Eastern Illinois, the Panthers struggled despite some standout performances. Nakyel Shelton led the team with an impressive 20 points alongside securing 13 rebounds and making two steals. Kooper Jacobi also contributed notable stats, finishing the game with 14 points, six rebounds, and two blocks. Corey Swayer Jr. added 11 points to the mix, but the team ultimately fell short with a record of 5-11 overall and 1-4 in the conference.

Looking forward, Tennessee Tech will next face SIU-Edwardsville in an away game on Saturday. Meanwhile, Eastern Illinois is set to visit UT Martin next Thursday for another conference matchup.