The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks lost to the Boston College Eagles, 82-54, Tuesday night in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Isaiah Griffin led the Hawks with 23 points as Boston College took an 18-point halftime lead and pulled away in the second half.
The loss left the University of Maryland Eastern Shore with a 1-3 record, while Boston College improved to 2-0. Griffin scored in double figures for the fourth consecutive game, and Bobby Gardner added 12 points for the Hawks.
Boston College Builds Halftime Lead
The Hawks fell behind 17-6 after going more than four minutes without a field goal. University of Maryland Eastern Shore responded by making its next five shot attempts, and Griffin’s jumper cut the deficit to 31-23 with 4:34 remaining in the first half.
Boston College closed the half with a 6-0 run to take a 43-25 lead into the break. The Eagles opened the second half with an 8-0 run and led by as many as 29 points before completing the 82-54 victory.
Boston College Controls the Numbers
Luke Hunger led the Boston College Eagles with 20 points. Zak Smrekar scored 16 points, while Colby Duggan added 14.
The Eagles made 11 3-pointers compared with three for the Hawks. Boston College also held a 42-20 rebounding advantage and made 23 of 24 free-throw attempts.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks Continue Road Trip
The Hawks were scheduled to continue their Northeast road trip Thursday night at the University of Rhode Island. The game was the next scheduled matchup for the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Boston College created separation with its first-half finish and maintained control through its 3-point shooting, rebounding advantage and free-throw performance. Griffin’s 23 points and fourth consecutive game in double figures stood out for the Hawks as they prepared to face the University of Rhode Island.
Source: Original report
