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Youngstown State Penguins vs Western Michigan Broncos Recap - Youngstown State Wins 72-68

Youngstown State got 25 points from Ziggy Reid en route to a 72-68 victory over Western Michigan on Saturday at University Arena in Read Fieldhouse.

Youngstown State won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -5.0-point spread.

Youngstown State got 10 points from John Lovelace Jr. and another 8 points from Bryson Langdon. Brett Thompson contributed 5 assists, while DJ Burns cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

Western Michigan got a 18-point performance from JaVaughn Hannah, who was supported by 17 points from Owen Lobsinger. B. Artis White had 6 assists in a losing cause for Western Michigan, while Owen Lobsinger grabbed 9 rebounds.

Youngstown State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Youngstown State as they grabbed 37 boards, while Western Michigan only had 33

Youngstown State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bethany-WV. Western Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track at UIC.