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)
State of Play
  • 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.
What's Next

Charleston awaits their regional placement, to be revealed during the selection show tonight at 10 pm.

Bottom Line

University 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.