Eastern Washington Mens Basketball Secures First Victory of the SeasonEastern Washingtons mens basketball team finally secured a much-needed victory, defeating the Kansas City Kangaroos ninety to sixty-six. This win at home was a significant relief for the Eagles, who had faced a tough start to their season, losing their previous seven Division One road games. Head coach Dan Monson admitted he was preparing for the worst before the game, highlighting the pressure on the team to perform.Redshirt senior Jojo Anderson expressed his satisfaction with playing in front of a supportive home crowd, a welcome change from hostile away environments. Anderson was one of five Eastern players to score in double digits, contributing seventeen points himself. He credited his teammates for finding him open shots, making his job as a shooter much easier.Graduate senior Kiree Huie, who led the team with nineteen points, emphasized the importance of this win, not just as their first of the season, but as a potential turning point. He hoped it would serve as a statement for the team moving forward. The Eagles shot forty-seven percent from the field and, more importantly, held Kansas City to forty-six point three percent, showcasing an improved defensive effort.Earlier this week, Coach Monson noted that despite the earlier losses, the challenging schedule has actually helped the team improve, especially in rebounding. He pointed out that getting smacked on the boards by teams like UCLA forced them to get better. This victory allowed the Eagles to distribute playing time more evenly and close out a game with less stress, a welcome change from their recent close losses.Looking ahead, Eastern Washington will continue their home stand this Friday against Cal Baptist, followed by a matchup against Washington State on December seventeenth. They will then conclude their non-conference schedule with two challenging road games at Utah and BYU later in December.

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