Bryant defeats Worcest St 95-59
Bryant Blasts Past Worcest St in Dominant 95-59 Win
In a statement victory, the Bryant Bulldogs hosted their first home game of the season, welcoming in visiting Worcest St on December 28th at the Chace Athletic Center. The result was a resounding 95-59 win for the hosts, with Bryant showcasing its depth and versatility in a clinic-like performance.
The turning point came midway through the first half, as the Bulldogs extended their lead to a 54-19 margin. Worcest St attempted to mount a comeback, but Bryant's defense held strong, allowing just 40 points on 24 field goal attempts. The largest lead of the game was indeed by Bryant, with a 41-point advantage at one point.
Keegan Harvey led the Bulldogs in scoring and rebounding, finishing with 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists. Ty Tabales chipped in with 13 points and 11 assists, while Johnny Annan paced Worcest St with 9 points and 6 rebounds.
Bryant's performance was marked by its strong team shooting, with the Bulldogs converting 62.9% of their field goal attempts and 71% of their free throws. The team also showcased its ability to control the paint, scoring 42 points in the area and holding Worcest St to just 28 points.
Worcest St struggled to find its footing, hitting just 35.0% of its field goal attempts and committing 13 turnovers. Despite a strong defensive effort from Johnny Annan, who grabbed 6 rebounds and 3 steals, the Pioneers were unable to overcome Bryant's early surge.
The win marked a statement for the Bulldogs, who have shown promise in their young season thus far. With this dominant performance, Bryant demonstrated its ability to compete with top-tier opponents and will look to build on this momentum in the coming weeks.