October 24, 2025

WKU Men’s Basketball Dominates Exhibition Game

Bowling Green, Kentucky, October 23, 2025

News Summary

The WKU Hilltopper Basketball team delivered a remarkable performance in their exhibition opener, defeating Kentucky Wesleyan 82-43. The match at E.A. Diddle Arena showcased WKU’s strength with a balanced offensive strategy and a solid defensive effort, highlighted by a strong second half where they outscored their opponents 46-19. Teagan Moore led the team with 11 points as they prepared for their upcoming match against UAB.

Bowling Green, Kentucky – WKU Men’s Basketball Shines in Exhibition Opener

The WKU Hilltopper Basketball team achieved a commanding 82-43 victory over Kentucky Wesleyan during their exhibition game on October 22, 2025. The match, held at E.A. Diddle Arena, showcased WKU’s dominance on both ends of the court, highlighted by a strong second-half performance.

After a competitive first half that saw WKU lead 36-24 at halftime, the Hilltoppers came out strong, outscoring Kentucky Wesleyan 46-19 in the second half. This decisive performance underscored the team’s depth and scoring ability as they displayed a balanced offensive attack throughout the game.

Blaise Keita opened the scoring with a hook shot just under two minutes into the first half, setting the tone for WKU. The Hilltoppers built an early lead of 14-2 after Teagan Moore scored back-to-back baskets around the 13:51 mark. Despite a brief attempt from Kentucky Wesleyan to close the gap to 24-20, WKU responded with a strong 12-4 run to end the half.

The second half began explosively for WKU as they implemented a 14-2 run that featured early scores from Louie Semona, further extending their lead to 50-26. With contributions from LJ Hackman and Grant Newell, the Hilltoppers maintained control of the game, culminating in a significant lead of 73-43 with 11:29 remaining. The game concluded with an emphatic dunk by Leeroy Odiahi, complemented by four points from Cade Stinnett, solidifying WKU’s victory.

Individual Performances

Teagan Moore led WKU with 11 points, along with three rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one block. Other key contributors included Bryant Selebangue and LJ Hackman, each contributing 10 points to the score. The defense was also a highlight, forcing Kentucky Wesleyan into 22 turnovers and making 15 steals, with Armelo Boone leading the charge with three steals.

Team Dynamics

The Hilltoppers exhibited a strong and balanced scoring attack, with contributions from all 15 available players, while freshman Lawson Rice remained sidelined due to injury. Head Coach Hank Plona expressed satisfaction with the energy and teamwork displayed by the players, as well as the support received from the home crowd during the game.

Upcoming Matches

The WKU Hilltoppers will continue their preseason preparations with their next exhibition game against UAB on October 29, 2025, at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, Alabama, at 6:30 p.m. CT.

FAQ

What was the score of the WKU Men’s Basketball exhibition game against Kentucky Wesleyan?

The WKU Hilltopper Basketball team achieved an 82-43 victory over Kentucky Wesleyan.

When did the exhibition game take place?

The game took place on October 22, 2025.

What was the halftime score of the game?

WKU led 36-24 at halftime.

Who led WKU in scoring?

Teagan Moore led WKU with 11 points.

When is WKU’s next exhibition game?

The next exhibition game is against UAB on October 29, 2025.

Key Features Summary

Feature	Details
Date	October 22, 2025
Opponent	Kentucky Wesleyan
Final Score	WKU 82, Kentucky Wesleyan 43
Halftime Score	WKU 36, Kentucky Wesleyan 24
Leading Scorer	Teagan Moore (11 points)
Next Game	Against UAB on October 29, 2025