ASHLAND, OH: Things are heating up for the Walsh Men's Basketball team, right at the perfect time. With a close race in the G-MAC standings, the Maroon and Gold got a huge win over the Ashland University Eagles Thursday night. Avenging a December 2nd home loss, the Cavs have now won four in a row, all being key conference games. Currently, Walsh sits in first place with the points rating system, with Ashland and Cedarville close behind. 

In this exciting, rivalry, match up, there were 23 total lead changes. Normal scorers, Kobe Mitchell and Garrison Keeslar only had 2 points at the break but that lull in scoring was made up by Milan Square. Square finished with 19 points which tied for top scoring honors in the game. 

In a back and fourth battle, the Cavs found themselves with a 5 point lead with five minutes to play. A quick 7-0 run by the Eagles was of no help with 3:08 remaining. With three seconds to play, Zack Oddo hit a three pointer to give the Cavs a 59-57 advantage. Two Kobe Mitchell foul shots would seal the important win for the Cavs. 

The Men will look to secure their 5th win in a row over Malone in the Mayor's Cup on Saturday. Tip off is set for 3pm. 

LOCATION: Charles Kates Gym
SCORE: Walsh 61 - Ashland 60
RECORDS: Walsh 17-4 (11-4), Ashland 16-7 (10-6)

FOR THE CAVS 

• Milan Square had an exceptional performance scoring a team high 19 points. He made five 3s. 
• Kobe Mitchell and Zach Oddo each added 12 points. 
• Despite only having four points, Garrison Keeslar had six rebounds and four assists. 
• Points of the bench was a huge key to the victory as Walsh outscored Ashland 30-13.