Embry-Riddle showcased their prowess on the court with a commanding 87-73 victory over the OUAZ Spirit on Saturday afternoon, at the Activity Center. 

First Half Highlights:

• The Eagles started strong, ending the first half with a slight edge, leading 37-35.
• Peter Dress was a standout performer, contributing significantly with his sharp shooting and defensive plays.
• Jacey Canalin and Noah Gifft also made crucial plays, ensuring the Eagles maintained their lead.

Second Half Surge:

• The second half saw the Eagles pulling away, scoring an impressive 50 points to OUAZ's 38.
• Dress continued his stellar performance, finishing the game with 27 points, including five three-pointers.
• Gifft added 18 points, showcasing his versatility with both inside and outside scoring.
• Canalin was pivotal with 12 points and five assists, orchestrating the offense efficiently.

Team Effort:

• The Eagles' defense was formidable, with Jake Klingler and Conner Ivy grabbing key rebounds and making crucial stops.
• The team collectively shot 49.2% from the field and an impressive 48% from beyond the arc.
• Embry-Riddle dominated the boards, out-rebounding OUAZ 40-29, with 13 offensive rebounds leading to second-chance points.

Key Stats:

• Dress: 27 points, 6 rebounds, 1 steal
• Gifft: 18 points, 2 rebounds, 3 steals
• Canalin: 12 points, 2 rebounds, 5 assists
• Klingler: 11 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists
• Teibo: 6 points, 4 rebounds