By RANGERS ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
Northwestern Oklahoma State Men’s Basketball rode a fine defensive performance to victory Nov. 22, as they took down the Emporia State Hornets 83-79. Hosting the 2016-17 home-opener at a newly renovated Percefull Fieldhouse, the Rangers shot an impressive 57.1 percent from the field in what appeared to be their most complete ballgame of the young season.
Northwestern used a strong opening few minutes to jump out to a 15-7 advantage, a lead they would successfully maintain all night. The Rangers displayed an outstanding degree of hustle, pressuring the Hornet offense to make uncharacteristic mistakes early.
Sticking to the game plan, the Rangers remained composed and disciplined when Emporia State was forced to foul in the last seconds of the game.