ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Santa Clara Defeats Loyola Marymount 76-61
Santa Clara earned a 76-61 victory over Loyola Marymount on Thursday, getting 16 points from Carlos Stewart at Leavey Center.
Santa Clara was a -10.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Camaron Tongue had 14 points for Santa Clara and Brenton Knapper chipped in with 12 points. Christoph Tilly had 3 assists for them, while Jake Ensminger was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Loyola Marymount got a 18-point performance from Will Johnston, who was supported by 13 points from Myron Amey Jr.. Will Johnston had 3 assists in a losing cause for Loyola Marymount, while Rick Issanza grabbed 7 rebounds.
Santa Clara was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Santa Clara as they grabbed 46 boards, while Loyola Marymount only had 23
Santa Clara heads into a battle against Washington State. Loyola Marymount, meanwhile, will have their next action against Pepperdine.