Tigers earn Monday sweep over Morgan State

SSU men win fourth game in a row

Tigers earn Monday sweep over Morgan State
Savannah State head coach Horace Broadnax talks to his team during a media timeout.
By Jake Wallace | February 12, 2019 at 12:14 AM EST - Updated February 12 at 12:14 AM

SAVANNAH, GA (WTOC) - It was a Savannah State sweep over Morgan State for the Tigers Monday night at Tiger Arena.

The women set the tone for the conference clashes with an easy win, while the men earned their fourth consecutive victory.

SAVANNAH STATE 88, MORGAN STATE 85 (Men)

Tyrell Harper had 17 points and nine assists in the Tigers' win.
Tyrell Harper had 17 points and nine assists in the Tigers' win. (WTOC)

Savannah State trailed by at least double digits in the first half Monday, but rallied back to earn their 4th straight victory.

Jaquan Dotson led the way with 18 points, while Tyrell Harper contributed 17 points and nine assists off the bench.

With the win, the Tigers improve to 9-15 overall and 6-4 in MEAC play.

SAVANNAH STATE 53, MORGAN STATE 35 F (Women)

The Tigers put together a solid second half to earn a MEAC win at home.
The Tigers put together a solid second half to earn a MEAC win at home. (WTOC)

Jalea Gray scored 17 points to pace the Tiger attack, while Alexxus Sowell gathered in 10 rebounds, as the Tigers picked up a second straight victory.

The win propels SSU to a 6-13 overall record, and 4-6 in MEAC play.

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