Six Red Ravens Score in Double Figures As Coffeyville Defeats Pratt 85-70

Coffeyville, Kan. - The Coffeyville Community College Red Raven Men's Basketball Team opened up their 2023 Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference (KJCCC) schedule with a home 85-70 defeat of the Beavers of Pratt.  With the victory, the Red Ravens improved their 2023 overall record to 4-2 including a 1-0 record in KJCCC matchups.

After opening the season with three victories, Coffeyville found themselves hungry for a victory after two straight losses.  Throw in the opening of the KJCCC season and the Red Ravens really wanted this victory. 

Coffeyville opened the game with some intensity as they built a 43-30 halftime lead over the Beavers and cruised in the second half to the 85-70 victory.

In a balanced attack, Coffeyville had six players score in double figures.  Leading the attack for Coffeyville was Raven freshman guard Jahni Summers who had 19 points along with 6 rebounds.  Sophomore Izek Jackson pitched in a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds while freshman guard Brian Griffith also had 14 points.  Red Raven sophomore Cris Carroll had 13 points and sophomore Boubacar Keita and freshman CJ Smith both added 12 points each.

Coffeyville will return to action on Tuesday, November 21st as they will host the Thunderbirds of Cloud County.  Tip-off in Nellis Gymnasium is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.