The Benedictine Men's Basketball Team fell to Park University-Gilbert on Tuesday night, 74-89.
 
Park took an early lead, but Damian Zivak's 3-pointer at the 17-minute mark brought BenU into contention. The teams battled closely until about the 2-minute mark, with Park maintaining the lead, though the Redhawks closed the gap to within one-point multiple times. However, Park closed out the half with a 15-point run, leaving BenU down 31-46 at halftime.
 
In the second half, the Redhawks reduced the lead to 10 points, but Park's 66.7% shooting from the 3-point line proved hard to overcome. Despite BenU out-rebounding and out-stealing Park, the latter's record-breaking shooting held firm. With 1:21 left, the Redhawks narrowed the lead to 11 in a last-ditch effort, but Park won with a final score of 89-74.
 
Key Players:

• Deven Franks led the team with 17 points, supported by 3 rebounds and 1 assist.
• Chris Aibuedefe contributed 14 points, along with 3 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks.
• Damian Zivak added 13 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist to the team's effort.

 
Looking Ahead: The Redhawk Men will travel to California to face Antelope Valley on Thursday, February 1st at 2:30 PM MST.