WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. – The No. 11-ranked West Liberty University men's basketball team is back in action at home this Saturday, hosting West Virginia Wesleyan in a Mountain East Conference battle at 4 p.m. inside the ASRC.

Last Time Out

The Hilltoppers (18-3, 12-2 MEC) extended their winning streak to six games with a 78-66 road victory over Davis & Elkins on Wednesday. Kyler D'Augustino led all scorers with 15 points, while Finley Woodward (14 points) and John Dragas (11 points) provided key contributions to keep WLU rolling.

Series History

Saturday marks the 147th meeting between West Liberty and West Virginia Wesleyan, with the Hilltoppers holding a 79-67 edge in the all-time series. WLU has dominated the recent matchups, winning nine straight and 28 of the last 30 against the Bobcats.

Topper Leaders

West Liberty's high-powered offense is led by:

• Kyler D'Augustino – 17.9 ppg. (4th in MEC), 1.8 spg. (4th in MEC)

• JJ Harper – 15.5 ppg. (10th in MEC)

• Dante Spadafora – 10.8 ppg., 1.8 spg. (4th in MEC)

• Finley Woodward – 10.3 ppg., 4.4 apg. (2nd in MEC)

• Kameron Tinsley – 10.2 ppg., team-high 4.7 rpg.

• Lanyc Shuler – 10.0 ppg.

By the Numbers: West Liberty's Dominance

The Hilltoppers continue to set the pace in the Mountain East Conference:

• 95.3 ppg. – 1st in MEC

• +11.4 margin of victory – 1st in MEC

• 227 three-pointers made (10.8 per game) – 1st in MEC

• 398 turnovers forced – 1st in MEC

• +8.0 turnover margin – 1st in MEC

• 434 assists (20.7 per game) – 1st in MEC

Defending the Hill: Home Court Dominance

The ASRC has been a fortress for the Hilltoppers, where they boast a 321-41 (.886) all-time record, including a 222-32 (.874) mark in conference play. WLU has won 135 of its last 143 home games, making it one of the toughest places to play in the country.

Scouting West Virginia Wesleyan

The Bobcats (5-15, 2-11 MEC) enter Saturday's contest looking to snap a one-game skid after falling 80-73 to Wheeling. Head coach Derek Sloan is in his fourth season at the helm, leading a team that has struggled in conference play.

MEC Standings Update

The Hilltoppers sit in a tie for first place in the MEC standings with Fairmont State, both at 12-2 in league play. With just a few weeks left in the regular season, every game is crucial in the race for the top spot.

What's Next?

West Liberty will stay at home for another conference showdown, hosting Frostburg State on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.