JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (AP) Quel'Ron House scored 18 points as Jacksonville State beat Liberty 72-61 on Saturday night.

Wayne Bristol Jr.’s memorable play gives the Pirates their second victory this season over the Bison. Among the other winners: Christopher Newport, Virginia Wesleyan and Apprentice.

Just one half away from completing a perfect road trip and securing wins over two teams racing for the top spot in Conference USA, cold shooting finally struck Liberty.

Liberty comes into a matchup against Jacksonville State as winners of three straight games. Saturday's meeting is the first of the season between the two squads.