Jackets Lose Big Lead, Fall In Marshall

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January 26, 2008 | Box Score

The Jackets were in Marshall, MO Saturday afternoon trying to improve on their post season hopes. Facing the Missouri Valley Vikings, a team that had already beaten the Jackets once this season in Lamoni, Graceland was looking to avenge that loss. Unfortunately they would blow two separate leads of 13 points and a halftime lead falling 84-77. The Jackets leading scorer freshman sensation Mike Malat had another solid game in the losing effort. Malat poured in 16 points had 7 boards and 9 assists. Two others scored in double digits as senior Tyson Meierotto had 16 points and 7 boards and Simon Morefield added 11.

"We blew two big leads this afternoon and played very tentative in the second half," said Coach Quinn following the contest. "We had a nice halftime lead and were playing with great confidence. Then all of a sudden, in the second half we seemed to lose our intensity. We played too passive today, and it cost us," Quinn concluded.

The Jackets will have a few days to regroup before they travel to Fayette, MO to face the Central Methodist Eagles on Thursday, January 31st at 7:30pm. Graceland fell to the Eagles 70-67 back on December 6th. The Jackets now stand at 6-15 overall and 3-9 in HAAC play.

For More Information on Graceland University Athletics Contact:
Matt Shelton, Sports Information Director
(641) 784-5318
mshelton@graceland.edu

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