Bobcats Hold Off Cleveland CC for 79–74 Home Victory
The Bryant & Stratton College (VA) Bobcats secured a hard-fought 79–74 win over the Cleveland Community College Yetis behind a strong second-half push. The Bobcats led 31–28 at halftime and continued to build momentum after the break, outscoring Cleveland 48–46 in a tightly contested offensive stretch. Despite shooting just 37.9% from the field, Bryant & Stratton found ways to capitalize on key possessions and maintain control late.
The Yetis kept the pressure on throughout the game with balanced scoring from their starters, led by Kelan Flowers' 17 points and Cairo Morales' 15-point, 10-rebound double-double. The Yetis owned a slight edge on the glass and shot an impressive 86.4% from the free-throw line, but their struggles from beyond the arc (5-for-23) made it difficult to complete the comeback. Their 15 turnovers also proved costly in a matchup where every possession mattered.
Bryant & Stratton was powered by Mikel Chappell's 19 points off the bench, providing the spark the Bobcats needed. Kylan Clark added 17 points and eight rebounds, while Jalen Milt contributed 16 points and eight boards of his own. The Bobcats' defensive activity—highlighted by 14 steals—created transition opportunities that ultimately helped secure the victory. With timely scoring and resilience down the stretch, Bryant & Stratton protected home court and moved to 3–2 on the season.
