The Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks' road struggles persisted in a 69-50 defeat against the Norfolk State Spartans, with UMES finishing the regular season without a road victory (0-15).

By the Numbers
  • Troy Hupstead led UMES with a double-double of 14 points and 12 rebounds.
  • UMES committed 19 turnovers in the game.
  • After shooting 47.8% in the first half, UMES only converted 28.5% of their field goals in the second half.
State of Play
  • UMES struggles continued with the loss, but they have one more conference game before the MEAC Tournament begins on March 13.
  • Despite the defeat, Head Coach Jason Crafton acknowledged the team's effort in the first half but highlighted turnovers and poor free throw shooting as decisive factors in the loss.
What's Next

The Hawks face Delaware State at home on Thursday at 8 pm, aiming to end the season on a positive note before heading into the MEAC Tournament.

Bottom Line

The Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks face a tough road ahead in the MEAC Tournament after struggling on the road all season, emphasizing the importance of addressing turnovers and shooting efficiency for a potential turnaround.