TISHOMINGO, Oklahoma - The Trojans lost against Murray State, 82-69. Frustrated with his team's performance, Head Coach Tom Mills said, "Confidence is an irreplaceable drug."

Seminole struggled to get things going offensively in the first half, shooting only 39% and committed 13 turnovers which helped Murray State get out to a nine point half time lead. SSC got it going in the second half from the field shooting 50% from the floor and making 16 of 21 free throws but struggled to stop the Aggies from scoring in the second half despite forcing them to commit 23 turnovers. Seminole was able to cut Murray's lead to 5 points late in the second half but could never get any closer than that. Murray State made free throws late and ended up winning by 13 points.

Brandon Caporale led Seminole with 16 points and Dante Lewis added 13 points.

The Belles and Trojans will play Carl Albert State College at home on Thursday at 6 and 8 pm. Live streaming of home games can be heard by going to www.sscathletics.com and clicking on the "Watch Live" link.

Box Score

Brandon Caporale 16, Dante Lewis 13, Kendall Parks 12, Rod Smith 12, JoVaughn Love 8, D'Anthony Perkins 3, Reed Johnson 3, Shon Williams 2

Totals: FG 24-54, FT 16-23

Three-pointers: 5/18 - JoVaughn Love 2

Rebounds: 30 - Dante Lewis 4

Assists: 9 - Kendall Parks 5

Turnovers: Seminole 20, Murray 23

Total fouls: Seminole 21, Murray 21