University of Charleston Dominates MEC Tournament Finals, Secures Atlantic Region Spot
University of Charleston clinches the Mountain East Conference Tournament Championship by defeating West Liberty University 78-65, securing a spot in the Atlantic-Region tournament. Dwaine Jones, named MVP, contributed 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists with a 50% shooting rate in the victory.
By the Numbers- UC Records: 27-4 (17-3 MEC)
- WLU Records: 25-6 (17-3 MEC)
- UC's starting five players scored 74 out of 78 points.
- UC outscored West Liberty 16-0 in second chance points and shot .821 (32-29) from the free-throw line.
Charleston awaits their regional placement, to be revealed during the selection show tonight at 10 pm.
Bottom LineUniversity of Charleston emerges victorious in the MEC Tournament, with a standout performance by MVP Dwaine Jones, demonstrating dominance in key stats and earning a chance to advance in the regional tournament.
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