GLVC Tournament Heats Up: Drury and William Jewell Advance to Semifinals
St. Louis, MO – The Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament saw thrilling quarterfinal action on March 5th, with Drury and William Jewell securing their spots in the semifinal round. The tournament, hosted at the University of Missouri-St. Louis’ Mark Twain Building, continues with the remaining quarterfinal games on March 6th, culminating in the championship game on March 8th.
Drury Overpowers Rockhurst in High-Scoring Affair
Drury defeated Rockhurst 101-92 in a game that saw a scoring output not seen in the tournament since 2016. The Panthers shot an impressive 54% from the field (34-63), fueled by six players scoring in double figures. Zach Howell led the charge with 25 points, supported by Colin Hardrick, KeShaun Thomas, and Keion Epps, all with 16 points each. Drury also capitalized on turnovers, converting them into points.
Despite the loss, Rockhurst’s Drenin Dinkins delivered a standout performance with a game-high 30 points, going a perfect 13-for-13 from the free-throw line. GLVC Player of the Year, Jaylen Wesley, added 28 points and nine rebounds.
This marks the fourth time a number one seed has fallen before the semifinals, the first instance occurring since 2022. Drury secured their 12th quarterfinal victory and their first since 2021.
William Jewell Edges Upper Iowa
William Jewell secured a 79-67 victory over Upper Iowa, capitalizing on 27 points off of 18 Upper Iowa turnovers. Justice Sutton led the Cardinals with 25 points, followed by Bradley Lightbourne with 21 and Cooper Francis with 13. Both Sutton and Lightbourne shot 52.9% from the field.
Upper Iowa fought valiantly, winning the battle on the offensive glass and outscoring William Jewell in second-chance points. Tate Petersen, Trey Lewis, Eric Kenesie, and Kyle Hrncir all scored in double figures for Upper Iowa.
This win represents William Jewell’s third GLVC quarterfinal victory.
Tournament Details & Viewing Options
Fans planning to attend the March 6th-8th games can purchase tickets online at GLVCsports.com/tickets. For those unable to attend in person, all games are available for streaming on GLVCSN platforms, with individual game access at $15 or a full tournament pass for $40.
FAQ
Q: Where is the GLVC Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament being held?
A: The tournament is being held at the Mark Twain Building on the campus of the University of Missouri-St. Louis.
Q: How can I watch the games if I can’t attend in person?
A: Games can be streamed on all GLVCSN platforms.
Q: How much does it cost to watch the tournament online?
A: A single game costs $15 to watch online, while a full tournament pass is available for $40.
Q: Which teams have advanced to the semifinals?
A: Drury and William Jewell have advanced to the semifinals.
Pro Tip: Check the GLVCsports.com website for updated bracket information and game times as the tournament progresses.
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