Sam Pedersen scored 19 points in a loss to Trinity
Sam Pedersen scored 19 points in a loss to Trinity
February 2, 2019

Pedersen’s 19 Points and Clark’s 20 Rebounds Not Enough in Loss to Trinity

By Loretta Gamboe, Staff Writer

ANKENY, Iowa—In their first game in nearly a week, the Eagles fell to the Trinity Bible College Lions, who shot 51.6% from the field and forced 22 turnovers. 

The game started a little rough for the Eagles, who found themselves at an early 11-3 deficit.  A 7-0 run, fueled by Micah Stinson and Sam Pedersen gave the Eagles their first lead of the game, 19-18, midway through the first half. After falling back behind by six, the Eagles rallied again to take a 38-36 lead into halftime. 

The lead changed hands multiple times throughout the first twelve minutes of the second half with neither team able to gain more than a five-point lead.  Baskets from Pedersen and Sidlinger cut the Lions' lead to 74-70 with just over a minute left.  Unfortunately for the Eagles, they were unable to score again, and the Lions ended the game with a 7-0 run to win 81-70. 

Two Eagles contributed double-doubles. Chase Clark had 15 points and 20 rebounds—his fourth double-double this season, while Micah Stinson had his second career double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.  Sam Pedersen led the Eagles in scoring with 19 points.  Tanner Van Beek also scored in double digits with 15 points and 8 rebounds. 

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