Eureka boxscore in PDF
 
Summary
The Maryville men's basketball team recorded its seventh straight victory, the longest streak since the 1998-99 season, with an 88-65 victory over Eureka. Maryville's 10-2 mark ties for the best record after 12 games with the 2012-13 squad. Eugene Jones recorded a double-double with 12 points and 14 rebounds, while Nolan Berry hauled down 18 boards. Five Saints scored in double figures.
 
What Happened
The Saints bolted to a 15-0 lead by holding the Red Devils scoreless for nearly five minutes. Casey Teson and Forrester Sims opened the game with buckets, and Nolan Berry scored inside followed by a Jimmy Barton 3-pointer. Robin Thompson had two straight baskets with a Jones layup giving the Saints the 15-0 lead. Later in the half, Barton scored on a drive, and Grant Sims converted a layup. A Barton 3-pointer was good for a 45-24 lead as Maryville claimed a 49-28 advantage at the break.
 
The Saints scored the first seven points in the second half break the game open. Teson and Thompson scored, and a triple by Teejay Bogan build a 56-28 cushion. Maryville pushed the edge to as much as 68-38 on a Forrester Sims 3-pointer with 12 minutes to play. The advantage never shrunk below 20 the rest of the way as the Saints cruised.
 
Statistical Leaders
Points: Robin Thompson and Zach Colletta – 16
Rebounds: Nolan Berry – 18
3-Pointers: Jimmy Barton – 3
Assists: Eugene Jones – 6
Steals: Zach Colletta – 3
Blocked Shots: Nolan Berry and Marvin Grant-Clark – 2
 
Notable
The Saints' seven-game winning streak is the longest since the 1998-99 season.
Nolan Berry hauled down a season-high 18 rebounds.
Eugene Jones led the team with six assists.
 
Records
Maryville: 10-2
Eureka: 8-3
 
Up Next
The Saints return to GLVC play as they head to Louisville, Ky., to face No. 2 Bellarmine Thursday, Jan. 4.