Topic: Parthenon: Herd holds on, outlasts Owls 71-70

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By WILL VANCE
SPORT EDITOR

In a contest that was hotly contested, the Marshall men’s basketball team pulled out a one point, 71-70, victory over the Rice Owl’s Wednesday night in the Cam Henderson Center. The win broke a two-game losing streak and moved the Herd to an impressive 10-3 record at home.

“It feels good to win, whether it be by one point or two points or half a point,” senior center Nigel Spikes said.

The Owl’s quick style of play made the game unique. The Herd took only 45 shots, which is well below average.

The Herd also managed fouls well.

“I don’t think we’ve had a situation this season where we had fouls to give to end both halves,” Marshall Head Coach Tom Herrion said.

Link: http://www.marshallparthenon.com/herd-holds-on-outlasts-owls-71-70-1.2810411