The IUP men's basketball team secured a 69-54 victory over Mercyhurst in the PSAC Tournament First Round, advancing to the Quarterfinals against top-seeded Gannon after breaking a losing streak with a strong defensive performance.

The Big Picture

The win marks IUP's 16th consecutive appearance in the conference tournament and extends their winning streak in the PSAC Tournament to 13 games. Ethan Porterfield led the team with 29 points, inching closer to the program's all-time scoring record.

By the Numbers
  • Ethan Porterfield scored 29 points and now has a career total of 1,900 points.
  • IUP held Mercyhurst without a field goal for over nine minutes in the first half.
  • The team shot 60.9% in the second half and maintained the lead for over 37 minutes of the game.
State of Play
  • IUP (17-12) will face top-seeded Gannon in the PSAC Quarterfinals.
  • The Hawks have now won 13 consecutive games in the PSAC Tournament.
  • Ethan Porterfield's exceptional performance places him near the top of the program's all-time scoring list.
What's Next

IUP will play against Gannon in the PSAC Quarterfinals on March 6 at 7:30 p.m., aiming to continue their tournament success.

Bottom Line

IUP's victory over Mercyhurst, fueled by strong defense and standout performances, sets the stage for an exciting matchup in the PSAC Quarterfinals against Gannon as they strive to maintain their tournament winning streak and further advance in the playoffs.