In a thrilling display of offensive skill, the Crusaders Men's basketball team dominated the UNOH Racers on November 25, 2025, achieving a significant win in their WHAC Conference game at Livonia, Mich. The Crusaders secured a 96-74 victory, which marked their third consecutive win and improved their season record to 6-2 overall and 3-0 in conference play.
From the onset, Madonna showcased their strategic prowess at both ends of the court. The game began strongly for the Crusaders with
Ahmoni Weston scoring the first points through a layup, setting the pace for a dynamic first period.
Joey Liedel further uplifted the team's scoring with a notable 3-pointer assisted by
Mario Johnson.
Jayden Hardiman also dominated in the paint to give the Crusaders a hot start to continue their offensive clinic. Noteworthy was
DeAntwan Randall, whose dunk and consistent presence in the paint contributed crucially to Madonna's lead of 45-30 by half-time.
The second half witnessed the Crusaders extending their lead remarkably, spearheaded by
Ahmoni Weston and
DeAntwan Randall. The duo was pivotal, with Randall continuing his exceptional performance, scoring vital points and gathering 10 rebounds throughout the game. Defensive efforts were equally commendable with effective blocks and strategic rebounds, disabling the Racers' advances and enabling Madonna to stretch their lead to 34 points mid-half. The final half ended with Madonna firmly in the lead at 51-44.
Top performers for Madonna included
DeAntwan Randall, with a game-high of 21 points and 10 rebounds, and
Joey Liedel, who added 19 points including several 3-pointers that decisively affected the game outcome. The team displayed strengths in paint scoring, executing fast breaks, and leveraged support from key players like
Ahmoni Weston and
Jayden Hardiman, who added significantly to both the score and the defensive gameplay.
Looking forward, the Crusaders are set to host Cornerstone University on December 3, 2025, at ACCU Arena in Livonia, Mich., where they aim to continue their winning streak and maintain their stronghold in the WHAC conference. Tip-off against Cornerstone is set for 7:30 PM.