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Photos: Seawolves clip Eagles wings with narrow victory

Cole Johnson passes the ball around a defender. Photo by Justin Cox.

The Seawolves narrowly defeated the Northwest University Eagles on Nov. 22, 50-49. The Seawolves struggled to maintain the lead against the Eagles, trading the lead throughout the first half before pulling ahead to end the half 24-17. The Seawolves quickly stretched their lead to 35-19 in the second half before the Eagles began to chip away at the Seawolves’ lead. 

With 24 seconds remaining to play, the Eagles took the lead 49-48. Bishop Tosi then scored a layup with 9 seconds remaining, while the Eagles missed a last-second 3-point attempt and the Seawolves secured the win.

Tosi in the tipoff to start the game. Photo by Justin Cox.
Sylas Williams attempts a shot over a defending player. Photo by Justin Cox.
Hasaan Herrington attempts to steal the ball. Photo by Justin Cox.
Jessi Stines attempts a 3-point shot. Photo by Justin Cox.
Jeremiah Coleman makes his way down the court. Photo by Justin Cox.
Tosi attempts a layup. Photo by Justin Cox.
Akok Machar attempts to block an Eagles player from the basket. Photo by Justin Cox.
Herrington and Williams attempt to gain possession of a rebound. Photo by Justin Cox.
Elijah Mobley attempts to bypass a defending player. Photo by Justin Cox.
Herrington sinks a free throw. Photo by Justin Cox.