VALPARAISO, Ind. — In a strong performance on Saturday evening, Tanner Cuff led Evansville to a 78-68 triumph over Valparaiso, scoring 22 points.
Cuff also contributed significantly on the boards, pulling down seven rebounds for the Purple Aces, who now hold a record of 7-14 overall and 4-6 within the Missouri Valley Conference. Gabriel Pozzato supported the effort with 21 points on an impressive shooting night, connecting on 7 of 13 attempts from the field, including 3 of 5 from long range, and perfect from the free-throw line, also adding seven rebounds to his tally. Tayshawn Comer was another key player for Evansville, scoring 17 points while shooting 6 for 12, which included an effective 4 for 5 from beyond the three-point line.
On the other hand, Cooper Schwieger was the standout for Valparaiso, finishing with 13 points, nine rebounds, and making his presence felt defensively with two steals and two blocks. Tyler Schmidt contributed another 13 points along with five steals, while All Wright matched this with 13 points and also had two steals.
The game optimally began for Evansville, as they established control early, gaining the lead within the first three minutes of play and maintaining it throughout the contest. By halftime, they had built a significant 44-26 advantage, largely thanks to Comer’s 14-point first-half performance.
A decisive 8-0 run in the second half propelled Evansville to a commanding 21-point lead at 70-49 with 7:27 remaining, sealing their victory as they expertly navigated the closing minutes of the game.
Cuff also contributed significantly on the boards, pulling down seven rebounds for the Purple Aces, who now hold a record of 7-14 overall and 4-6 within the Missouri Valley Conference. Gabriel Pozzato supported the effort with 21 points on an impressive shooting night, connecting on 7 of 13 attempts from the field, including 3 of 5 from long range, and perfect from the free-throw line, also adding seven rebounds to his tally. Tayshawn Comer was another key player for Evansville, scoring 17 points while shooting 6 for 12, which included an effective 4 for 5 from beyond the three-point line.
On the other hand, Cooper Schwieger was the standout for Valparaiso, finishing with 13 points, nine rebounds, and making his presence felt defensively with two steals and two blocks. Tyler Schmidt contributed another 13 points along with five steals, while All Wright matched this with 13 points and also had two steals.
The game optimally began for Evansville, as they established control early, gaining the lead within the first three minutes of play and maintaining it throughout the contest. By halftime, they had built a significant 44-26 advantage, largely thanks to Comer’s 14-point first-half performance.
A decisive 8-0 run in the second half propelled Evansville to a commanding 21-point lead at 70-49 with 7:27 remaining, sealing their victory as they expertly navigated the closing minutes of the game.
