FREDERICK, Md. - The Hood College men's basketball team fell just short of a victory over the University of Mary Washington, falling 81-72 to the Eagles.
Inside the Box Score
Troy Fulton (Denver, N.C./Lincoln Charter School) led Hood with 19 points.
Garrison Linton (New Market, Md./Oakdale) had seven assists.
Garrett Cox (Glen Allen, VA/Glen Allen) recorded 8 rebounds and 18 points for the Blazers.
How it Happened
The Blazers came out swinging early in the first half. Hood's quick offense resulted in two three-pointers from
Ryan Hollwedel (Ellicott City, Md./Centennial) making it 6-0. The Blazers kept their foot on the gas after another couple of three-pointers by
Troy Fulton (Denver, N.C./Lincoln Charter School) and
Will Spencer (Davidsonville, Md./Boys' Latin School).
Halfway through the first half of play, Hood went on a scoring run, until the Eagles responded with a three-pointer of their own with a shot from Dorian Davis. This would give the University of Mary Washington a lead over Hood 18-17. Prior to the second half, both teams would trade baskets closing out the first half 39-37 in favor of the University of Mary Washington.
In the second half of play, the Eagles worked to keep their small lead. Halfway through the second, Fulton made two clutch free throws tying up the scoring. The Blazers went on another brief scoring run after a sequence of a made three-pointer and layup by Fulton.
With just three minutes left in the game Hood led Mary Washington 67-65 after two made free throws from Cox. In the final minutes of regulation, the Eagles made crucial free throws to keep the game out of reach despite a late three-pointer from Cox.
For the Opponent
Davis led the Eagles with 23 points, shooting 7-16 from the field.
Cameron McCravy recorded 5 assists on the night.
Kaden Bates finished the game with 4 points and seven rebounds coming off the bench.
Analysis
Mary Washington out-rebounded Hood 38-33.
The Eagles had 45 points off the bench, compared to the Blazers' 29.
Hood converted turnovers into 16 points.
Up Next
The Blazers enter the Battle of D.C. & Maryland Tournament where they will face Gallaudet University in the first round Saturday, November 18 at 2 p.m.
