BRIDGEWATR, Va. – Penn College lost to Eastern Mennonite, 95-66, in a nonconference men's basketball game Sunday. The Wildcats fell to 2-4, while the Royals improved to 1-3.

How it happened: The opening five minutes was a one-possession game until Eastern used a 9-0 run to gain separation and eventually lead 49-34 at halftime. The Royals outscored Penn College, 46-32, in the second half.

Inside the box: Gavin Barrett led the Wildcats with 18 points and eight assists. Michael Woolridge added 14 points and Livingston Cross grabbed a team-high nine rebounds.

Five players reached double-digits for the Royal.

Up next: Penn College returns to action Tuesday, 7 p.m., hosting Mount Aloysius.