Men’s basketball results: KCC defeats LMC 94-78

KCC's 2019-20 men's basketball team.

The Kellogg Community College men’s basketball team won at its latest away game 94-78 against Lake Michigan College on Wednesday.

Leading for the Bruins were sophomore Ron Jamierson, with 23 points and 9 rebounds; freshman Tahveayr Boykins, who had 22 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists; sophomore Jamari Thomas-Newell, who had 19 points, 3 steals and 5 assists; sophomore Gregorye Windom, with 12 points; and freshman Larry Patrick, who had 8 points and 10 blocked shots.

Men’s Head Basketball Coach Gary Sprague said Patrick sparked the comeback for the second half with 8 defensive rebounds and 7 blocked shots.

“Lake Michigan hit seven of their first eight shots to take an early lead,” Sprague said. “They built the lead to 14 midway through the first half and the Bruins were able to cut the lead to 7 at halftime. The Bruins are know tied for third in the conference with Mid- Michigan Community College.”

The recent victory brings the Bruins’ overall record for the season so far to 11-13; the team’s conference record is 8-5.

The team’s next match is home on Saturday, Feb. 8. The Bruins face Mid-Michigan Community College at 3 p.m. The game will be held at the Miller Gym located on campus in Battle Creek. Admission to all KCC athletic events is free.

For more information about KCC’s men’s basketball team, including photos, a team roster and complete schedule, visit www.kellogg.edu/mens-basketball.