Salem, W.Va. – The No. 5-ranked West Liberty University men's basketball team made a strong statement in their first road game of the season, defeating Salem 101-87 on Tuesday night to improve to 6-0.

After a back-and-forth first half, the Hilltoppers trailed 30-29 with just over five minutes remaining. However, a dominant 21-8 run to close the half gave West Liberty a 50-38 advantage heading into the break.

The Toppers wasted no time asserting control in the second half, opening with a 14-3 surge to stretch their lead to 64-41 by the 17:12 mark. They maintained that cushion to seal another impressive victory.

Key Performances:

• JJ Harper: 19 points

• Dante Spadafora: 18 points

• Kyler D'Augustino: 17 points

• Kameron Tinsley: 16 points

• Finley Woodward: 10 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists

West Liberty now shifts its focus back to Mountain East Conference play. The Hilltoppers will return to action on Dec. 4, traveling to face West Virginia Wesleyan.