EMMITSBURG, Md. — In an electrifying finish, Dejour Reaves connected on a three-point shot just before the final buzzer, allowing Iona to secure a thrilling 70-67 victory over Mount St. Mary’s in an overtime clash on Thursday night.
Leading the way for Iona (10-13, 7-5 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) was Luke Jungers, who showcased his shooting ability by hitting 5 of 9 attempts from the field, including four successful three-pointers, resulting in a total of 14 points. Reaves contributed significantly as well, scoring 13 points on 6 of 17 shooting, though he struggled from three-point range, hitting only 1 of 5. He also recorded three steals during the game. Yaphet Moundi had a solid outing, finishing with 11 points, going 5 of 11 from the field. Moundi’s crucial layup tied the game at 67 with just over a minute left on the clock.
On the other side, the Mountaineers (13-10, 6-6) were propelled by Jedy Cordilia, who delivered an impressive performance with 21 points, 12 rebounds, and two blocks. Dallas Hobbs added a valuable contribution with 15 points, while Xavier Lipscomb filled the stat sheet with 10 points, six rebounds, seven assists, and two steals, showcasing his all-around game.
This tightly contested matchup highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, adding excitement to the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference season. With this victory, Iona continues to build momentum as they pursue a successful end to their season.
