Photo by Jakob Komel
McPherson, Kan. – After a two week hiatus, the McPherson College men's basketball team was back in action, hosting the Sterling College Warriors at the Sport Center. The Bulldogs were without several key players, who are still waiting clearance to return to play after battling COVID-19.
The Bulldogs took a "next man up" approach, and they road that to a 93-85 win over the Warriors, remaining perfect on the season at 4-0 overall, and 2-0 in the conference.
The first half was the key to the Bulldog win on Saturday. They knocked down ten three pointers on their way to a 15 point halftime lead, 53-48. The 15 point lead was important as the Warriors outscored the Bulldogs 47-40 in the final 20 minutes.
Four Bulldogs scored in double figures, led by seniors Gage Maccoy and Kemryn Jenkins, who both scored 19 points. They were joined in double figures by Josh Rivers (16), and Trenton Crow (11).
Key Statistic:
The Bulldogs were 10 of 19 from beyond the three point arc in the first half a 52% performance.
By the Numbers:
The Bulldogs shot 46% from the floor, and 38% from three point land.
The Bulldogs lead start to finish and their largest lead was 17 early in the second half.
MC forced the Warriors into 15 turnovers, scoring 23 points off those miscues.
Bulldog Leaders:
Points: Gage Maccoy, Kemryn Jenkins (19)
Rebounds: Myles McCrary, Jason Okoro (7)
Assists: Josh Rivers (6)
Steals: Jason Okoro (3)
Blocks: Gage Maccoy (1)
Coaches Quote:
"That was a great TEAM win! Having not played for three weeks and down five players I was extremely proud of our whole team's ability to compete at a high level. I thought Trenton Crow, Rock Hardison, and Jerome Washington were all huge off the bench for us. They provided a spark and took advantage of some extended minutes. I feel like depth is a strength of this team and I think those guys proved that tonight. We also got big efforts out of seniors Gage Maccoy and Kemryn Jenkins. Josh Rivers had a great game at the point when we needed him to as well. Every player on the bench was bought in and performed their role tonight."
 Next Up:
 The Bulldogs are slated to be back on the hardwood again on Wednesday, going on the road to play the Bethel College Threshers in North Newton, Kansas at 8:00 pm.
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