GEORGETOWN, TEXAS - Southwestern Men's Basketball(1-21) hosted the University of St. Thomas Celts(17-4) on Friday evening in the Corbin J. Robertson Center. The Pirates were able to grab the lead with two minutes to play and finished with the 70-67 victory over the Celts. 

HIGHLIGHTS:

• On 7/10 shooting from the field, 2/3 for three's, and 11 for 12 from the free-throw line, Luke Hatcher finished with 27 points and 12 rebounds.

• Jacob Hester connected on 4 three-pointers and added 15 points off the bench. 

• Aiden Raccuglia didn't miss a shot tonight and finished with 11 points. 

NOTES: 

• The Pirate's bench outscored the Celts 33 to 9

• The Celts scored 36 points in the paint compared to the Pirate's 18

• It was a close battle on the boards and the Celts finished with 34 rebounds, the Pirates with 35. 

NEXT UP: 

Southwestern University hosts Centenary for their final home game of the season on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 4:00 PM CST and will be celebrating the Pirate's Seniors.