Men's Basketball Topped by Fontbonne

GREENVILLE, Ill. -- The men's basketball team was outplayed by Fontbonne on Saturday as the Griffins won 78-72.  Jordan Smith was the game's leader with 18 points.

Fontbonne took a 41-34 advantage to the locker room at halftime and held on despite Greenville's rally in the second half.  Greenville was hurt by 20 turnovers during the afternoon.

In addition to Smith's 18 point performance, MarQuel Jones posted 13 points, and Alex Mumphard added 12 points.  The game's leading rebounder was Simon Martin with 11 boards in 14 minutes of action.

Greenville (7-10, 2-6 SLIAC) resumes their season next Saturday when they travel to Blackburn for a 3 p.m. tilt with the Beavers.

This story was published on January 19, 2013

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Women's Basketball Comes from Behind to Top Fontbonne

GREENVILLE, Ill. -- The women's basketball team picked up a much-needed conference victory Saturday as they defeated Fontbonne 63-57.  Despite trailing by five at halftime, the Lady Panthers outplayed Fontbonne in the second half backed by the offensive and defensive efforts of Coley Baker and her 15 points, nine rebounds, and six blocked shots.

Greenville's scoring was balanced as Emily Gundy and Laura Hobbie scored 13 points each, and Kayla Hyde posted 10 points.  Hobbie also collected 11 rebounds.

The Lady Panthers (8-8, 4-4 SLIAC) return to action Wednesday as they host Lindenwood - Belleville at 8 p.m.

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