Strong Second Half Powers #7 Red Ravens Over #16 NEO
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
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40 | 30 | 70 |
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40 | 46 | 86 |
Team Stats
Northeastern Oklahoma AM College
| Game Statistics | Northeastern Oklahoma AM College | Coffeyville Community College |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (24-61) | (29-62) |
| Field Goal % | 39.3% | 46.8% |
| Rebounds | 34 | 42 |
| Assists | 15 | 16 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 12 |
Coffeyville, Kan. - The #7 NJCAA ranked Coffeyville Community College Red Raven Men's Basketball Team defeated the #16 ranked NEO Norsemen 86-70 on the first day of the Community State Bank Classic. With the win, the Red Ravens moved to an overall record of 3-0.
The first half of the NJCAA ranked match-up was a tight one through the first half with neither team gaining much of an advantage. Halftime came with the score tied up at 40-40.
The second half was where Coffeyville eventually put the game away, overpowering the Norsemen 46-30 down the stretch to gain the 86-70 victory.
Coffeyville had four players in double figures including sophomore guard Love Bettis who had a line of 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Raven guard TJ Fritz contributed 14 points going 4-10 from behind the arc. Forward Deng Mayar had 12 points and 5 boards and sophomore Noah Butler put in 11 points and 5 rebounds.
The Ravens will return to action for day #2 of the Community State Bank Classic as they will take on the Mountaineers of Eastern Oklahoma State. Tipoff is scheduled for 4:00 pm in Nellis West.