Lucas Gustafson (3) of Mankato East drives against Grant Hansen (11) of Orono in the second half Thursday at Williams Arena. (Carlos Gonzalez/The Minnesota Star Tribune) ...
Senior forward Luke Wherley powered the Sabers with 25 points, eight rebounds and seven assists in 30 minutes of play. Backcourt mate Eli Schroeder, also a senior, added 14 points and seven rebounds.