LSU Alexandria Defeats Dillard in Second Matchup
Alexandria, LA- In a thrilling matchup, LSU Alexandria emerged victorious against Dillard with a final score of 82-71. The matchup at The Fort saw both teams battling it out.
LSU Alexandria started the game strong, taking a 43-37 lead by halftime. They maintained their momentum in the second half, outscoring Dillard 39-34 to secure the win.
Leading the charge for LSU Alexandria was EJ McQuillan, who scored 18 points. McQuillan's performance was highlighted by his three-point shooting, making 3 out of 8 attempts. JD Allen was another standout player, contributing 20 points and displaying his versatility with one three-pointer and nine successful free throws.
Dillard put up a valiant effort but fell short in the end. Tory Cargo was their top scorer with 15 points, showcasing his shooting skills with two three-pointers. Armond Williams also had a noteworthy performance, contributing 12 points off the bench.
Both teams displayed their defensive prowess, with Dillard committing 19 turnovers and LSU Alexandria forcing 13 turnovers. The game also saw two technical fouls called against Dillard players, Mike Reeves and Tory Cargo.
Overall, the game was a testament to the skill and determination of both teams. Dillard demonstrated resilience despite the loss.
The Bleu Devils are now 3-3 on the season and will look to regather themselves moving forward. Dillard will go on a road stint facing off against LA Tech, Nov 25th, and Jarvis Christian, on Nov 27th. These will be two good tests for the Bleu Devils before they enter conference play.
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