by Anthony Sizemore, Student Sports Reporter
Cody Malicoat has been named this week’s Male Athlete of the Week. The sophomore has given the Eagles a much-needed lift of late, providing valuable minutes against IU East and Asbury.
Malicoat had 13 points and 9 rebounds in Alice Lloyd’s 94-86 victory against IU East on Sunday, February 9th.
On Tuesday, February 11th, versus Asbury University, Malicoat had an outstanding game. The Jellico, Tennessee native went for 27 points, including 4-for-5 from downtown and hauled in 5 rebounds as he played a big role in the Eagles 89-76 win.
Malicoat is averaging 9.4 points and 4.2 rebounds this season.
Watch Malicoat and the Eagles play IU Kokomo on Saturday, February 15th, at 5 PM in Pippa Passes!