In a remarkable display of basketball prowess, Barrington Hargress led the UC Riverside Highlanders to an emphatic 80-62 triumph over the Cal Poly Mustangs on Saturday night in Riverside, California. This victory further cements their strong standing in the Big West Conference with a record of 15-8 overall and 8-3 in the conference.
Hargress was the star of the evening, netting 20 points with an impressive shooting accuracy of 8-for-16, including a commendable performance from the three-point line, scoring 4 from 11 attempts.
Adding to the Highlanders' success, Isaiah Moses contributed with 13 points. Moses showcased his versatility throughout the game, going 6-for-17 in field goals. His performance was further highlighted by facilitating six assists, underscoring his central role in the team's offensive strategy.
Meanwhile, Joel Armotrading contributed effectively with 10 points, maintaining an efficient 3-for-4 shooting from the field and a perfect 4-for-4 from the free throw line. His contributions were crucial in maintaining UC Riverside's momentum throughout the game.
On the opposing side, the Cal Poly Mustangs, struggling with a conference record of 2-9, found their best efforts from Peter Bandelj, who scored 12 points. Isaac Jessup and Jarred Hyder each contributed with 10 points, but their efforts were not enough to bridge the gap created by the Highlanders’ comprehensive play.
Looking Ahead:
The season continues for both teams with upcoming games on Thursday. UC Riverside is set to visit UC San Diego, a game that promises to be another exciting chapter as the Highlanders continue to aim for dominance in the conference standings. On the other hand, Cal Poly will host Hawaii, seeking to improve their record and find a reversal in fortunes.
This matchup, indicative of the competitive spirit in college basketball, was made possible by data analytics provided by Data Skrive, incorporating data inputs from Sportradar.