Arch Madness preview with sectional semifinals Thursday
Arch Madness features two buoying yet winless teams Okanville and Pinckneyville facing off at Pinckneyville while SIRR Ohio Division rivals Harrisburg and Herrin clash at West Frankfort. Marion heads to Mount Vernon for a Class AA regional opener at 7 30 p m. SIU women visit Drake to begin final road stretch of regular season. Toby Barnett named MVC Player of the Week after strong stats and key contributions for SIU.
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Benton tops Foxes in Class A sectional play
West Frankfort Benton defeated Hamilton County 44 to 36 as Chuck Still, a 6 foot 3 guard, poured in 15 points including three 3s. Coach Curt Reed noted Harrisburg’s inside game and Benton’s defense limited their options. Benton coach Don Smith praised Still’s effort and Chuck’s work ethic. The game stayed close early, with Benton leading 20-17 at halftime.
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Pilots' D earns W in Pinckneyville semifinal win
In the Class A Pinckneyville Sectional semifinal, Cairo Pilots beat Egyptian Pharaohs 79 to 57. Five players hit double figures as Cairo forced 26 offensive rebounds and created 26 Pharaohs turnovers. Pinckneyville faces Okanville tonight at 7:30 with a Friday rematch against Cairo (27-8).
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Roberts and Williams earn MVC postseason honors
Southern Illinois University seniors Rolan Roberts and Kent Williams headline the Missouri Valley Conference awards. Roberts captured Newcomer of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year, plus first-team all conference honors, while Williams joined him on the first team as SIU became the only MVC school with two players on the squad.
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Jordan to have arthroscopic knee surgery
Michael Jordan will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right knee after a painful comeback season. He will miss at least five games starting Wednesday against Portland, with coach Doug Collins noting persistent swelling and irritation that sidelined him. The team awaits the prognosis from the surgeon.
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Teague Leads Salukis Past Northern Iowa In Close Win
SIU guard Teague fuels a 63-55 victory over Northern Iowa as teammates Teague and Molly McDowell celebrate at SIU Arena. Coach Lori Opp praises Teague's heart and hustle, while Teague reflects on the challenge of balancing effort with limited wins this season.
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