The Maharishi International University men’s basketball team opened its season at home with a dominant 96-60 victory over Buena Vista University on Saturday, October 17, at the Yingwu Zhong Sports Center.
The game was closely contested in the first half, with MIU holding a narrow 38-36 lead at halftime. The Pioneers pulled away after the break, outscoring Buena Vista by 22 points in the second half to secure the 36-point victory.
KeeMaryon Hargrow led MIU offensively with 28 points. Tyler Smith added 11 points, four rebounds and four steals, while Brandon Lowe contributed seven points and a team-high 11 rebounds.
Head Coach Romel Bryant credited his team’s continued development for the win.
“I’m proud of these guys. Today, we took another step forward in our journey to establish our identity,” Bryant said.
Lowe said the game was about competing and making an impact for his teammates.
“The game is very fun for me, competing, you know, and just trying to make an impact on the game for my team. I feel like we did what we were supposed to do, so I feel like it was a good game,” Lowe said.
MIU will hit the road Thursday, October 22, to face Mount Marty University in Yankton, South Dakota. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
