CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Citadel cruised past Erskine 100-57 on Friday night in Charleston, as Tyler Mrus poured in a career-high 27 points in the Bulldogs home opener for their first win of the young season.
Mrus also grabbed five rebounds as the Bulldogs moved to 1-1. Aaron Ekwere chipped in 14 points with seven boards, and Keynan Davis matched him at 14 points, hitting 5 of his 10 shots, including 2 of 6 from beyond the arc, while pulling down six rebounds.
Erskine got 16 points from Justen Goudelock, the only Flying Fleet player in double figures. Max Peeler and Evan Carter added nine points apiece for the visitors.
The Citadel stays home for its next game, Tuesday against Virginia-Lynchburg. Erskine goes on the road to face Gardner-Webb on Wednesday.
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