Holly, Haliblieb Lead University In Win Over Shortridge

<p>In the first game of the 2015-16 season, University made a statement by dismantling an Indianapolis Shortridge team, 76-31.  In the opening quarter, it was an 18-0 lead and they never looked back.  </p><p>Led by senior guard <strong>Connor</strong> <strong>Holly</strong> and his 14 points, University looked the part of a team that could make some noise later on down the road this season.  Holly led a balanced attack that showcased quite a bit of inside out game.  Sophomore post <strong>Emerson</strong> <strong>Haliblieb </strong>had 13 points and 6 rebounds and was really impactful in the paint.  Shortridge lacked size but zoned putting Emerson in a lot of double-teams down low.  He was still able to be effective doing most of his work in the first half.</p> <p>In the second half it was more of Holly who should solid shooting stroke from three and a little aggressiveness driving to the rim.  However, he was only the second leading scorer behind sophomore <strong>Josh</strong> <strong>Watson</strong>.  Watson hit five three-pointers for 15 points.  Sophomore <strong>David</strong> <strong>Howard</strong>, a transfer from Carmel, chipped in 10 points.</p> <p>Shortridge is without any scorers from last year.  This is essentially a completely new team.  They will have quite a few kinks to work out but freshman point guard <strong>Erikmycal</strong> <strong>Powell</strong> showed some promise at times.  He only had three points but made plays in the second half where they were able to make a run.  <strong>Ahmed</strong> <strong>Bryant</strong> was effective scoring the ball as he led them with 11 points.  </p>