KCC men’s basketball falls 83-75 to Kalamazoo Valley Community College

KCC's 2017 men's basketball team

Kellogg Community College’s men’s basketball team lost its latest home game 83-75 Saturday against conference opponent Kalamazoo Valley Community College.

Leading the Bruins on the court were Daleon Graham (Battle Creek/Lakeview), who had 12 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks; Khylen Watkins (Battle Creek/Harper Creek), who had 22 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists; and Jalen Robinson (Belleville/Belleville High School), who had 10 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.

Head Men’s Basketball Coach Ben Reed said it was a tough loss for the Bruins, as they had a chance of getting the first win of the season but didn’t execute down the stretch.

“We must learn how to execute and bring energy when we are tired,” Reed said. “We have been close and are eager to get some winning results.”

The team plays next at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, against conference opponent Mid-Michigan College in Mount Pleasant. The Bruins’ next home game starts at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, against conference opponent Jackson College at the Battle Creek Central Fieldhouse, 162 Champion St., Battle Creek.

For more information about KCC’s men’s basketball team, including a full team roster, schedule and links to official team and player photos available for download by fans and the press, visit www.kellogg.edu/mens-basketball.