Clark University (Massachusetts) outscored Husson 37-30 in the second half on Sunday afternoon, rallying to nip the Eagles 60-59 in a men’s basketball non-conference game played at Newman Gymnasium in Bangor. It was the season opener for Husson.
Husson trailed by as many as eight in the first half, but went on a 12-0 run over the final 6:28 to take a 29-23 halftime lead. After the Eagles led by seven on several occasions early in the second half, the visiting Cougars would finally jump back in front for good on a jumper from Elijah Small with 5:22 left to play.
Nidas Paulauskas led Clark University (1-1) with 12 points, while Small and Trace Clark both had 11 points in the win. Dylan Burpee (Southern Aroostook) was the games high scorer putting in 16 points, grabbing eight rebounds, and dishing out two assists for Husson. Christian Smith added 12 points and five rebounds. The Eagles will play at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine on Wednesday night at 7:30.
Photo of Dylan Burpee from Husson Athletics
