Men’s Basketball Fly Past Frostburg State in 104-64 Win

By Press release submission

Dec 11, 2022

The men's basketball team hosted the Bobcats of Frostburg State in an afternoon matchup at the Wehrle Innovation Center. Today's win was highlighted by double-digit scorers Eddie Colbert III, Tyler Eberhart, Deng Nhial, Jeremiah Keene, CJ Meredith, and Keaton Turner.

The Basics
Location: Charleston, W. Va (Wehrle Innovation Center)
Score: Charleston 104, Frostburg State 64
Records: UC (4-4, 3-1 MEC), FSU (3-5, 1-3 MEC)

How It Happened
A strong offense combined with a good defense helped even the Golden Eagles overall record at 4-4. UC added four points on the board before FSU answered back with two points of their own before Charleston went on five-point run.

Jeremiah Keene sank a three-pointer, bringing the score to 18-8 in favor of UC. A three-pointer from CJ Meredith came immediately after and the University of Charleston led 21-8.

The Golden Eagles jumped out to an early 23-8 lead that was capped off by a pair of Keith Williams free throws.

UC would see their lead multiply to as many as 25 points before taking a 20-point lead at the halftime.

A 22-6 run in the second half extended the lead as the Golden Eagles cruised to a victory over Frostburg State with a 104-64 final.

Eddie Colbert III led the team with 20 points, having 8 rebounds and one assist. CJ Meredith and Tyler Eberhart both had 14 points on the night. Keaton Turner finished the game with six rebounds and two assists as he totaled 12 points.