Barons Fall To Mavericks 77-57

By Monica Hogan

STEUBENVILLE, OH - Franciscan University of Steubenville men's basketball team dropped its second home game in a row to the Mavericks of Medaille College on Wednesday night 77-57. Franciscan's record is now 3-11 (0-8) on the season.

Franciscan University shot 51.6 percent (16-31) and Medaille shot 60.7 percent (17-28) from the floor. Barons junior Josh Ducoulombier was the leading scorer with 18 of his team high 27 points coming in the first half.  Senior captain Robert Slattery contributed with 12 points. Freshman Sam Titus played well at the point position as the Barons went into the half trailing 41-34.

The second half saw Medaille take control with five minutes left and pull away for the victory. The Mavericks continued their stellar shooting, going 60.9 percent from the floor. Sophomore Ricky Reed led Medaille with 21 points.

The Barons will prepare to face the University of Pitt-Bradford on the road Saturday at 4:00pm.