Victoria, BC – The University of Victoria men's basketball team defeated Trinity Western University 98-91 for their home opener, Oct. 24 at CARSA performance gym.
 
Vikes took the lead and never relinquished

• The Vikes came out with energy and propelled themselves to a 25-19 lead after the first quarter.
• On the back of Shadynn Smid and his stellar play, the Vikes took a 44-38 lead to the locker room at halftime.

 
Smid dazzled, and the Vikes closed the game out

• More of the same for the Vikes in the second half. The Spartans were limited to only six three-pointers as the Vikes played tenacious defence.
• Shadynn Smid's career night was highlighted by an emphatic dunk in the fourth quarter, which brought the arena to its feet.

 
Notables

• Shadynn Smid put on a show for the home fans as he set a new career high in points with his 36.
• Smid also led the way for Vikes on the glass as he corralled 12 rebounds.
• The Vikes continue their undefeated streak from last year as they move to 1-0. The Spartans will fall to 0-1 with the loss on opening night.

 
The Vikes will be back in action as they travel to Abbotsford, BC, to take on the University of Fraser Valley, Oct. 25 at 5 p.m.