ARCATA, Calif. – Aidan Fowler led the charge with a stellar 24-point performance on 73% shooting, and Kyle Frelow recorded his second double-double of the season as Cal Poly Humboldt powered past Western Oregon, 87-70, in front of a spirited Lumberjack Arena crowd on Tuesday evening.  

The Lumberjacks (3-1, 0-0 CCAA) opened the game with a blistering offensive display, shooting 53% from the field in the first half, including 50% from beyond the arc, to take a commanding 49-33 lead into halftime. Fowler set the tone early, connecting on five three-pointers and finishing 8-for-11 from the field.  

Frelow dominated in the paint, grabbing a game-high 12 rebounds to go along with his 11 points, helping Humboldt outscore the Wolves 42-34 in points in the paint and win the rebounding battle 39-27. His presence on both ends anchored the Lumberjacks, who also excelled defensively, forcing 18 turnovers and converting them into 17 points.  

The Wolves (1-7, 0-0 GNAC) were led by Anjay Cortez, who tallied 23 points and six rebounds. Jason Gallant added 19 points for Western Oregon, but the visitors struggled to contain the Lumberjacks' balanced attack.  

Cal Poly Humboldt's depth shone through, with bench players contributing 31 points. Marsai Mason added seven points and four rebounds off the bench, while Jamal Briscoe and Kalib LaCount each chipped in 14 points, showcasing the team's versatility. Rob Diaz III had a 10 point, five rebound, five assist, three steal, and one block performance, getting the job done on both ends of the floor. 

Fast-break opportunities proved to be another decisive factor, as the Lumberjacks tallied 25 points in transition compared to the Wolves' eight. Humboldt's ability to push the pace ensured that Western Oregon could never recover from the early deficit.  

The Lumberjacks will look to carry their momentum into conference play, as they host Chico State on Saturday, November 30 at 5:00 PM in Lumberjack Arena. 

Game Notes
- Aidan Fowler's 24 points marked a season-high and included five three-pointers, marking his career-best from beyond the arc.  
- Kyle Frelow's double-double is his second of the season and the fifth of his collegiate career.  
- The Lumberjacks improved to 3-1 and have held their opponents under 45% shooting in three of the four games thus far

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