Chadron, NE – The Westminster Griffins men's basketball team fell to Chadron State 71-59 in RMAC action on Thursday night. Despite a solid first half, the Griffins couldn't overcome a balanced scoring attack from the Eagles, dropping to 9-8 overall and 3-6 in conference play.
The Griffins trailed 40-32 at halftime, struggling to match Chadron State's efficiency in the paint and beyond the arc. Westminster fought hard in the second half, cutting into the Eagles' lead multiple times, but Chadron State's late-game execution sealed the victory.
Westminster Standouts:
The Griffins shot 40% from the field but struggled to consistently find offensive rhythm, particularly in the second half, where their shooting dropped to 32%. Westminster tallied 17 points off turnovers and added 14 second-chance points but couldn't match Chadron's strong inside presence.
Chadron State Leaders:
- Darrius Miles: 21 points, 7 rebounds, 8-11 FG
- Trey Ballard: 17 points, 4 rebounds, 3-6 3PT
- Zy Wright: 15 points, 6 rebounds, 4-7 FT
Chadron State shot an efficient 51% from the field and capitalized on their opportunities in the paint, scoring 28 points and limiting Westminster's fast-break opportunities.
Key Team Stats:
- Points in the Paint: Chadron State 28, Westminster 18
- Bench Points: Chadron State 20, Westminster 13
- Three-Point Shooting: Westminster 7-22 (31.8%), Chadron State 10-24 (41.7%)
Up next, the Griffins will continue their road trip, heading to Rapid City, SD, to face South Dakota Mines on Saturday at 3:00 PM. Fans can catch all the action live on the RMAC Network or visit westminstergriffins.com for more information.
