Alaska Anchorage pulled away late to beat Evergreen State 88-72, completing a two-game sweep after Friday’s 94-65 win. Mack Keighran led the Seawolves with 21 points, while Sylas Williams added 13 points and 17 rebounds.

By the Numbers
  • Alaska Anchorage outrebounded Evergreen State 45-26.
  • Williams made 3 of 6 3-pointers and matched the 11th-best single-game rebounding total in program history.
  • Keighran scored 16 of his 21 points in the second half.
  • The Seawolves improved to 2-0 and won the rematch by 16 points.
Yes, But

Unlike Friday’s lopsided matchup, Evergreen State kept the rematch close for much of the game, repeatedly cutting the lead to one possession. UAA’s rebounding edge and late scoring run proved decisive.

What’s Next

UAA begins its NCAA Division II schedule in Honolulu next week, facing Chaminade on Nov. 13 and Hawaii Pacific on Nov. 14.

Bottom Line

The Seawolves showed they can win a tighter game, using rebounding, depth and a late surge to finish the sweep.