MONMOUTH, Ore.--Western Oregon led from start to finish to win their first contest of 2026-27 over Corban, albeit an exhibition game, 65-46 on Friday night at the Western Athletic Center.

The Wolves led from nearly the opening tip, jumping out to a 8-2 lead and holding a 28-14 margin at halftime. WOU held a 50-29 rebound edge over their NAIA visitors from Salem. 

Northern Arizona transfer Kavon Bradford led the Wolves with 20 points on 7-of-13 shooting. Bradford also nailed five of six shots from the free throw line. 

Charlie Stallings and Carson Forsey added 12 points each. Tyler Christensen led the Wolves in rebounds with 10. 

The Wolves will officially tip off the season next weekend, Nov. 13-14 when they host the GNAC/CCAA Challenge. Western Oregon will take on CSU Monterey Bay on Friday and Menlo on Saturday. Both games will start at 4 pm. Central Washington will play both teams as well at 6 pm.