Matchup

The Sea-Hawks (5-11) take on the StFX X-Men (6-10) in the upcoming weekend series. The last time these teams met, they split the series. The X-Men are one spot higher than the Hawks in the AUS standings, putting the pressure on both teams to perform as the season winds down.

Last Action

Splitting their previous series and snapping a five-game losing streak against the UPEI Panthers, Memorial looks to gain ground in the standings against the X, taking their spot. StFX looks to break their two-game losing streak against the Hawks, after dropping games against UNB and Saint Mary's.

By the Numbers

39.3% - StFX stands at the second lowest field goal percentage in the AUS, representing their shooting woes this season. Memorial ranks in the top three. The Hawks look to play to their potential as a confident, scoring team.

17.4 – The X-Men rank second in the AUS for assists per game. Their ball movement is a catalyst on offense. With a struggling defensive season for Memorial, their game plan will be to limit rotations on the offensive end, and play strong denial defense.

15.4 – Memorial has the most turnovers per game in the AUS this season; StFX has the second lowest per game turnover statistic. The X-Men will have to put the pressure on Memorial to make good decisions on offense, or capitalize on forced turnovers. 

Player Spotlight

Daniel Gordon (Memorial): Gordon had a great performance in their split-series victory against the Panthers, posting 31 points. He has been a consistent source of offense all season for the Hawks, and it will most likely be more of the same in this upcoming series.

Julius Antoine (StFX): Antoine shouldered a large load of the X offense in their last game, resulting in a loss, despite his 24 points. Antoine put up more than a third of his teams points in the loss, showing their dependency on his performance on the offensive end.

By: Jacob Riche