Honolulu, HI – Hawai'i Pacific University men's basketball team delivered a commanding performance, defeating CSU Pueblo 80-66 at the Shark Tank. Behind a stellar showing from Sherman Brashear, who posted a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds, the Sharks improved to 6-4 on the season (1-1 PacWest), while CSU Pueblo fell to 8-4 (3-1 RMAC).

The Sharks set the tone early, outscoring the ThunderWolves 42-17 in the first half with a balanced attack and efficient shooting. Despite a late push by CSU Pueblo in the second half, HPU maintained control to secure the win. The Sharks will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup against Wooster on December 21, aiming to build on their strong performance.

Key Performances

• Sherman Brashear: Dominated with a double-double, tallying 22 points (7-of-10 FG, 5-of-7 3PT) and 10 rebounds, along with five assists.
• Jonas Visser: Contributed 14 points on 6-of-10 shooting, pulling down seven rebounds.
• Tucker Pellicci: Provided a spark off the bench with 10 points and four rebounds.
• Maj Dusanic: Showcased his versatility with 12 points, four rebounds, and four assists.

Game Highlights

• Hot Start: The Sharks shot 50% from the field in the first half, building a 25-point lead by halftime.
• Dominating the Glass: HPU outrebounded CSU Pueblo 48-29, securing 12 offensive boards for 14 second-chance points.
• Defensive Stalwarts: The Sharks held CSU Pueblo to just 16.7% shooting in the first half and forced eight turnovers.
• Balanced Scoring: Four Sharks scored in double figures, highlighting their depth and teamwork.