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West Virginia routs Stetson, Sadler scores 25

West Virginia dominated Stetson with a 91‑53 victory, with freshman Miles Sadler leading the Mountaineers by scoring 25 points and dishing six assists. The Canadian guard shot 11‑for‑16 from the floor, including 42 percent from beyond the arc, and helped the team win the rebounding battle 46‑32 while forcing 13 turnovers. Stetson managed only 23 points in the second half, as West Virginia’s defense stifled their offense. Sadler’s performance marked the highest‑rated recruit ever to sign with West Virginia, underscoring the program’s growing national profile. The win extends West Virginia’s streak to three of four meetings against Stetson since 1982, and the Mountaineers will host Mercer next Thursday. The victory also sets the stage for a strong finish to the season as West Virginia looks to build on its recent success.

· sportsnet.ca

The essential points

  1. 01Miles Sadler tallied 25 points and six assists in a 91‑53 win over Stetson
  2. 02West Virginia shot 50 percent overall and 42 percent from three‑point range
  3. 03The Mountaineers forced 13 turnovers and scored 21 points off them
  4. 04Stetson was held to 23 points in the second half, limiting their comeback chances
The full brief

West Virginia dominated Stetson with a 91‑53 victory, with freshman Miles Sadler leading the Mountaineers by scoring 25 points and dishing six assists. The Canadian guard shot 11‑for‑16 from the floor, including 42 percent from beyond the arc, and helped the team win the rebounding battle 46‑32 while forcing 13 turnovers. Stetson managed only 23 points in the second half, as West Virginia’s defense stifled their offense.

Sadler’s performance marked the highest‑rated recruit ever to sign with West Virginia, underscoring the program’s growing national profile. The win extends West Virginia’s streak to three of four meetings against Stetson since 1982, and the Mountaineers will host Mercer next Thursday. The victory also sets the stage for a strong finish to the season as West Virginia looks to build on its recent success.