INDIANA, Pa. - The Clarion men's basketball team dropped a 69-46 road decision to the league-leading Crimson Hawks of IUP Saturday evening.

A defensive battle for both teams, IUP built an early double-digit lead and led 31-22 at halftime. Clarion's Cameron Grumley knocked down a three pointer with just over 9:00 remaining in the game to cut the deficit to just 10 points, but the Golden Eagles were unable to inch any closer.

IUP continues to lead the PSAC West and improves their record to 14-5 overall and 10-2 in the PSAC.  Clarion drops to 3-16 on the season as they continue to search for their first PSAC win.

Both teams struggled from the floor as Clarion shot 31% compared to just 40% for IUP.  Neither team was effective from three-point range, while the Crimson Hawks held a slim 46-38 edge in rebounds.

Clarion was once again led by Grumley, who scored 16 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, playing 38 minutes on the night.  Freshman Mason Mraz collected 9 rebounds while teammate Brandon Williams added 8 points.

IUP was led by Anthony Glover's 20 points, while Jacobo Diaz added 15 points and 11 rebounds.

Clarion will return home for three consecutive home games starting this Wednesday (Jan 24) when they host California University of PA at 7:30pm in Tippin Gymnasium.