CALDWELL, ID - In the first postseason appearance in four years, the Eagles faced No. 3 College of Idaho. As Northwest battled to stay in the game, the Yotes proved their rank as they advance to the conference semifinals, 103-60.Â
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The Eagles struggled to find a rhythm all night as the Yotes settled into a groove on their home court. The College of Idaho quickly created a cushion for themselves that left the Eagles a big hole to climb out of.Â
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Northwest was led by
Miciah Hagan with 20 points on the night.
Luke Howard followed closely behind with 17.Â
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"We ran into a buzzsaw tonight," said NU Head Coach Rick Skeen. "Credit to C of I as they outplayed us tonight. It's always hard when it is over, but this team came a long way throughout the season and continued to lay the foundation for years to come. We will miss the seniors but are excited about the group coming back."
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Northwest finished the season with a 8-21 overall record and 7-16 record in conference. Tonight's game marked the first playoff appearance under second-year Head Coach Rick Skeen.Â
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