The Huskies, once again, started a two game road trip. This time it began at Old Dominion. For the first time in school history, the Huskies went into Old Dominion and won, and did so convincingly 58-42.
Things did not look good at the start for Northeastern, as they trailed 22-7 early, and Matt Janning was already saddled with 2 quick fouls. But they ended the half on a 14-2 run, sparked by a Eugene Spates three-pointer at the shot clock buzzer from beyond the coach’s box, to trail 24-21.
Then, Matt Janning absolutely took over. Janning when for 20 of his 24 points in the second half and absolutely ripped the heart out of the Monarchs without any remorse. The Husky defense was scary good in the second half, holding the Monarchs to 18 points and to 29 percent shooting from the field for the game.
Everyone was fired up after the game. It was such a convincing win, in a very hostile environment where it is not common for the road team to win. The Monarchs possibly had even more to play for, knowing that if they lost they would be all but eliminated from earning a bye in the first round of the CAA Tournament. But the Huskies were focused and determined to win this game. Next for the Huskies will be a showdown at VCU for first place.
No comments:
Post a Comment