Eastern Oregon's basketball season came to a close following a 78-70 defeat against Corban University in the CCC Tournament quarterfinal. The match, held at Quinn Coliseum, was a tightly contested affair, with Corban stealing the lead in the second half after both teams had traded leads throughout the first. Corban's efficient shooting and ability to capitalize on Eastern's turnovers were pivotal in their victory. Joe Gould led Corban with 22 points, whereas James Bodily topped Eastern's score with 20 points.

By the Numbers
  • Corban shot 51% from the field in both halves of the game.
  • Eastern Oregon committed 18 fouls, allowing Corban to attempt 35 free throws.
State of Play
  • Corban advances to face Bushnell University in the CCC semifinals.
  • Eastern Oregon is still in the running for a national tournament berth, pending outcomes of the CCC Tournament.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the outcome of the CCC Tournament will determine if Eastern Oregon can secure a national tournament spot, especially if Lewis-Clark State wins the tournament.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Eastern Oregon's hopes for a national tournament berth remain intact, highlighting the need for a favorable outcome in the ongoing CCC Championship.