Greyhounds Beat Highland

The Moberly Greyhounds are headed to Hutchinson for a 29th time after a 78-70 win over Highland of Illinois Saturday night at Fitzsimmons-John Arena.

J.B. Connoley with the call on KWIX and centralmoinfo.com of the play that put the Greyhounds up for good, as part of a game-high 25 points for Tyrek Chambers.

The Greyhounds had a six-point lead at halftime and never let the Cougars get closer than three in the second half. Dezi Jones added 17 points, including four threes. Coach Pat Smith says making back-to-back trips is a tough accomplishment.

Markelo Sullivan is the only Greyhound this year making his second trip to the tournament.

The Greyhounds are 27-6, and will learn their first round opponent on Monday. Highland’s season likely ends at 27-6.Find our postgame interviews below.

Coach Pat Smith:

Tyrek Chambers:

Markelo Sullivan: