It was a tough day for the Crusaders who fell 49-69 to Mid-Atlantic Christian. Junior Patrick Pennefather was all over the court until he fouled out with a few minutes left to play. Pennefather double-doubled with 15 points, 14 rebounds, and 2 assists. Junior Pete Day added 11 points, and fellow Junior Jerome Norton snagged 9 rebounds while dishing out 4 assists and grabbing 2 steals. Freshman Luke Schultz owned the lane defensively, altering numerous shots, blocking 4 shots, grabbing 9 rebounds and scoring 11 points until fouling out of the game.
Mid-Atlantic's quick guard play and aggressive harassing defense forced the Crusaders into 24 turnovers. MACU's leaders were Tyler Hendrix with 17 points, and Grayson Tejada put in another 16 points and 9 rebounds.
The Crusaders look to bounce back when they travel to Patrick Henry College on Wednesday for a 7pm tip.