A SLOW FIRST HALF DOOMS BEREA COLLEGE AS THEY FACE A LOSS AGAINST FRANKLIN COLLEGE

Mountaineers Fall to Franklin College 68-60
Location: Berea, KY
The Berea College men's basketball team faced a challenging game against Franklin College, ultimately losing 68-60. Despite a close start, the Mountaineers struggled with their shooting in the first half, heading to the locker room down 35-20 after shooting just 9-of-27 from the field. The Grizzlies gained an early advantage, leading by 13 points with ten minutes remaining in the first half.

In the second half, the Mountaineers mounted a comeback effort, finding success with short jumpers and layups from Jae'dyn Gist and Trey Minter. Bryce Riley also contributed by knocking down a couple of three-pointers to open the half. However, the Grizzlies managed to maintain their lead, and while Demetris Phillips sank several free throws late in the game, Berea couldn't close the gap. The Mountaineers finished the game with 5-of-17 shooting from three-point range, 7-of-14 from the free-throw line, and 32 points in the paint, but also recorded 17 turnovers.

Bryce Riley led the team with 19 points and tied with Demetris Phillips for the team lead in rebounds with 7. Trey Minter and Braden Hudson both contributed defensively, each recording 2 steals.

Summary:
Record for the Week: 1 loss
Key Players: Bryce Riley, Demetris Phillips, Jae'dyn Gist, Trey Minter
Next Game: Berea will host Bluffton University for their annual Blue Christmas Game on Wednesday, December 18th at noon.