Pioneers cruise to 35 point win
A fast start and strong finish by the University of Wisconsin-Platteville generated a 89-54 win over Illinois Tech Wednesday Night at Williams Fieldhouse.
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Illinois Tech
4-2
|
32 | 22 | 54 |
|
Wis.-Platteville
5-1
|
45 | 44 | 89 |
Team Stats
Illinois Tech
Wis.-Platteville
| Game Statistics | Illinois Tech | Wis.-Platteville |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (16-57) | (35-61) |
| Field Goal % | 28.1% | 57.4% |
| Rebounds | 34 | 38 |
| Assists | 7 | 25 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 8 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 3 | 26 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 11 | 9 |
| Pts in the Paint | 14 | 38 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 4 |
| Bench Pts | 13 | 34 |
A fast start and strong finish by the University of Wisconsin-Platteville generated an 89-54 win over Illinois Tech Wednesday Night at Williams Fieldhouse. Just over twelve minutes into the game the Pioneers (5-1) were up 31-13, and never let the Scarlet Hawks (4-2) within more than 12.
UW-Platteville held a 49-37 advantage early in the second half before going on to outscore the Scarlet Hawks 40-17 over the final 17:45 of play. The 35 point win is the Pioneers' third 30+ point victory this season.
Clay Gerds had a career high 16 points and tied for a team high 5 rebounds with Trey Sigel. Matt Oestreich has 16 points as well, shooting a perfect 9-for-9 from the field. Robert Duax and Carter Voelker each topped the Pioneers with five assists on the night.
Illinois Tech's Jake Digiorgio had a double-double with 10 rebounds and a game high 18 points.
The Pioneers' next play at home on Saturday, Dec. 2 following the women's matchup with Wartburg. The game is scheduled to tip-off inside Williams Fieldhouse at 5:00 p.m.
