ABILENE, TX - The McMurry War Hawks men's basketball team put on a dazzling display of perimeter shooting and fought until the final buzzer in a high-octane battle against Concordia (TX), ultimately falling 102-91 at Kimbrell Arena.

In a game characterized by relentless offensive output, the War Hawks showed incredible heart and determination, lighting up the scoreboard with a staggering 22 made three-pointers, setting a McMurry team record for threes made in a game, besting the previous record of 16. McMurry seized the momentum early, storming out of the gates to build a 10-point advantage in the opening minutes. However, the visiting Tornados responded with a surge of their own, turning the contest into a back-and-forth affair that tested the resolve of both squads.

Despite Concordia pulling away in the later stages, leading by as many as 18, McMurry refused to concede. The team continued to battle on both ends of the floor, cutting into the deficit and keeping the energy high inside Kimbrell Arena. The War Hawks' offensive execution from beyond the arc was the story of the night, as they shot an impressive 44.9% from deep, keeping them within striking distance and electrifying the crowd with their range.

Top Performers

Amari Leflore: Exploded for a game-high 33 points, putting on a shooting clinic by draining an incredible 11-of-21 attempts from three-point range to set a new men's record for three-pointers made by a player in a single game.

Jalen Cherry: Was a dominant force on the glass and the scoreboard, recording a massive double-double with 20 points and a team-high 16 rebounds while also knocking down four three-pointers.

Koye Rondeno: Facilitated the offense with precision, notching a double-double of his own with 10 points and dishing out a game-high 10 assists.

Zack Rygg: Contributed a solid all-around effort, finishing with 11 points, pulling down six rebounds, and adding two assists.

Up Next
The men wrap up their season noon on Sunday, February 22, against Texas Lutheran in Kimbrell Arena for Senior Day.