Cyclone Men Up-End Central Lakes

Saturday afternoon the SCTCC men's basketball welcomed in the Central Lakes College Raiders into the Whitney Recreation Center.  Coming into the game, the Cyclones had never beaten the Raiders in a men's basketball matchup.  This time around, SCTCC was able to come out victorious with a 72-58 win.

In the opening minutes both team matched baskets, and played aggressive defense.  Good possessions were hard to come by, and the Cyclone's found themselves at the free throw line 21 times.  After struggling from the line in previous outings, SCTCC was able to hit at a consistent rate versus CLC, shooting 71% in the half.  The home team ended the half shooting 31% from the floor (8/26 FG), but remained in front due to a great defensive effort.

The second half was more of the same, as the teams traded baskets in the early going.  Midway through the second half, the Cyclones were able to gain some separation with a 9-0 run.  SCTCC continued to attack the Raiders, and made their way to the free throw line throughout the second half.  CLC still had fight in them late in the half, but the Cyclones were able to close the game out at the line.  In all, the home team shot a total of 38 free throws (27/38).  That turned out to be the difference in the scoring column with the Raiders reaching the line 24 times, and hitting 14 of those. 

Jared Noonan (Richfiled, MN) led the Cyclones in the scoring department with 19 points.  Scott Nystrom (St. Cloud, MN) bounced back with 15 points (7/7 FTs) and Riley West (Lakeville, MN) added 11 points.  Freshman post Felipe Villalaz had an outstanding game on the glass with 13, and helped the Cyclones to a 47-38 advantage on the boards.
Game Stats vs CLC

SCTCC returns to the floor, Sunday November 17th versus Mayville State University JV at 12 pm.