Hightower grad Moreland helps in Oregon State win

Eric Moreland, Oregon State University

Hightower High School graduate Eric Moreland contributed seven points in Oregon State University's 66-58 win against conference opponent Purdue Friday, Nov. 16 at Madison Square Garden in New York, according to the OSU website.

The sophomore forward for the Beavers also recorded nine rebounds, two assists, one steal and a block as OSU improved to 3-1 on the season and 3-1 in the 2K Sports Classic.

OSU's next game is 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 25 on the road against Montana State.

Moreland graduated from Hightower High School, playing basketball for coach David Green in 2007-2010. At Hightower, Moreland played in the Houston all-star game in 2009 while also averaging 10 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks. He is the son of Louis and Verlarne Moreland.

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