Langley, BC – The University of Victoria men's basketball team dropped an 84-73 game to the Trinity Western Spartans on Nov. 1 at the Langley Events Centre. The Vikes battled back from an early deficit and entered the fourth quarter within striking distance, but a strong closing period from the Spartans denied Victoria a weekend sweep.
Shadynn Smid delivered a strong performance on both ends of the floor for the Vikes.
- Smid recorded a game-high 21 points and pulled down 14 rebounds, leading Victoria offensively while anchoring the team on the glass.
- Cole Bekkering contributed eight points and a team-high seven assists, helping facilitate the Vikes' offence throughout the contest.
- Renoldo Robinson added 14 points and five rebounds off the bench, while Ryan Regault chipped in six points on a pair of three-pointers.
Victoria clawed its way back into the game after a slow start.
- The Vikes trailed 46-37 at halftime after Trinity Western shot 43.1 percent from the field in the opening half.
- Victoria responded with one of its strongest stretches of the game in the third quarter, limiting the Spartans to just 10 points while matching them point-for-point to stay within reach.
- Entering the fourth quarter trailing by nine, the Vikes remained in striking distance before Trinity Western pulled away late.
The battle on the boards kept Victoria competitive throughout the afternoon.
- The Vikes outrebounded the Spartans 42-39, including 10 offensive rebounds.
- Smid's 14 rebounds led all players and helped Victoria generate extra possessions.
Notables
- Shadynn Smid recorded a double-double with 21 points and 14 rebounds.
The Vikes return home on Nov. 6 when they host the UNBC Timberwolves at CARSA Performance Gym. Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m.
