South Dakota School of Mines men's basketball held off Western State-Colorado Saturday night on the road 84-79.
The Hardrockers led 50-44 at halftime, and although the Mountaineers outscored Mines 35-34 in the second half, it still held on for the win.
The Hardrockers were led by Alec Williams who had 31 points. Troy Brady added 19, Damani Hayes and Logan Ellers kicked in 10.
Western State-Colorado got 32 points from Cole Sienknecht and 16 from Brady Subart. Quincy Harding also added 10.
Mines finished 26-of-50 from the field for 52 percent while the Mountaineers shot 27-of-61 for 44.3 percent.
The Hardrockers (6-9 overall, 3-4 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference) will host Regis Friday.
