The LumberJacks lost in the first game of their west coast trip to the University of La Verne 76-72. The Jacks fell behind early but worked their way back into the game as Zeb Woiak (Jr. Nekoosa, Wis.) scored 8 of his 11 points in the first half. The Jacks found themselves down 33-26 at the half. Northland would have a good second half shooting 57.7% from the floor outscoring the Leopards 46-43 in the second half. The game would ultimately come down to free-throws as the Jacks 57.9% from the line compared 75% for the Leopards. The loss moves Northland to 2-8 overall on the season. Three Jacks would tally double digit scoring led by Ryan Cannata (Sr. Nashwauk, Minn.) with 18 points. Joey Brennan (Jr. Ashland, Wis.) added 16 points, 5 assists and 4 rebounds. The Jacks will be back in action on January 2nd as they will play Whittier College in the Purple and Gold Poet Classic at 8:00 p.m. (PST).
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