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Garry’s 21 lead South Dakota State over Valparaiso 81-69
South Dakota State used a 12-2 second-half run and balanced scoring to stay unbeaten, with Kalen Garry adding six rebounds.
On Wednesday, Kalen Garry scored 21 points, leading South Dakota State to an 81-69 victory over Valparaiso and securing the Jackrabbits' third win of the season.
South Dakota State established the lead with 9:30 left in the first half and never trailed again, extending their advantage to 19 points with a 12-2 second-half run.
Joe Sayler contributed 20 points for the Jackrabbits, while Jon Mekonnen added 12; Carter Hopoi recorded 16 points for the Beacons, with Pettigrew and Rakim Chaney also scoring in double figures.
This win pushes South Dakota State to an undefeated 3-0 record, while the loss marks the Beacons' first defeat, dropping their overall standing to 2-1.
South Dakota State prepares for a matchup Saturday against Northern Colorado, while the Beacons return to action Monday when they host Calumet.