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Chippewas Take Down Youngstown State in 3OT

Central Michigan 100, Youngstown State 94
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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - It took an extra 15 minutes of basketball, but Central Michigan defeated Youngstown State, 100-94, Tuesday night in a triple overtime marathon at the Penguins' Beeghly Arena.

The Chippewas improve to 7-2 on the season and are now 2-0 following a loss and 2-1 on the road. The Penguins drop to 3-7.

"I couldn't be more proud of this team, win or lose," said coach Keno Davis. "It shows a lot of character to be able to get a win, especially on the road, when you maybe don't play your best, but I felt we played extremely hard.