BlueJays Sink Vikings

The Liberty BlueJays battled Shawnee Mission West in the 10:30am game of the Hy-Vee Shootout at Avila University. Liberty won 68-47. The Jays led from the beginning going up 7-0 and then 16-6 by the end of the first quarter. Jordan Lewis' opening three pointers helped get the Jays rolling on the offensive end but it an intense defense that was the main difference in the game. The BlueJays went on to lead by 14 at halftime thanks to Denton Koon's 10 first half points. The third quarter belonged to Isaiah Norfleet as he scored 9 points in the quarter. Koon finished with 20 points, Norfleet with 13, Lewis with 11. Austin Weese and Kyle Rutliff each added 8 points.

"The staff was pleased with our defensive execution this morning," mentioned Coach Phil Simpson. "Our players have had the opportunity to focus on defense for the 97% of the last three practices and our performance showed the positive attitude, maturity, and leadership skills they possess."

In a surprise ceremony immediately after the game, Denton Koon was awarded the Hy-Vee Scholar/Athlete scholarship for his excellence in the classroom and on the court. Congrats and well deserved!

Up next for the Jays: Blue Spring South at Cokely on Tuesday, Dec.21st.