Hillsboro, Kan. – Southwestern College ran up against a hot shooting Tabor College on Saturday night, as Tabor upset #14 Southwestern, 65-80.

This loss drops Southwestern to 18-3 overall and 8-2 in KCAC play.

Despite a one point halftime lead, Tabor exploded with a barrage of three point shots in the second half to regain the lead for good, knocking off Southwestern in front of a large crowd in Hillsboro.  Southwestern shot only 40% from the field and 24% from the three point arc.  Tabor shot 44% from the field but made eight three point shots and made 18 free throws as compared to only 9 for Southwestern.

Southwestern was led by Chris Nelson who finished with 17 points on 7-12 shooting.

Next up for Southwestern is a matchup against Sterling College on Thursday in Stewart Field House.  Tip-off is slated for 8 p.m. (CST) in Winfield.  Remember, if for some reason you cannot attend the game; please join Curt Caden as he will be broadcasting live via the Builder Sports Radio Network.  To watch the feed and listen to his broadcast, click on the watch live button on the right side of the athletics home page at www.buildersports.com.