Joe Mpoyo Player of the Week
The Mon-Dak Conference men's basketball player of the week is Joe Mpoyo, a 6'4" freshman guard from Dawson Community College. Joe was instrumental in leading the Buccaneers to three non-conference wins against Region IX teams Western Nebraska, Casper College and #14 ranked Western Wyoming. In 64 minutes of play while shooting 54% from the field and 50% from the 3-point line, he scored 41 points, had 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal. Through 12 games this season, Mpoyo is averaging 12.2 points per game while shooting 51.5% from the field and 46.8% from the 3-point line. He is also averaging 3.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game.
Joe is originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, but went to high school at Meridian High School in Idaho. Dawson will be back in action at home on Friday night at 7:30 pm vs. the Dickinson State JV team.
