BEREA COLLEGE FALLS IN HARD-FOUGHT BATTLE AGAINST TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY AND FRANKLIN COLLEGE

Game 1: Berea College Falls to Transylvania University 81-72
Location: Berea, KY
The Berea College men's basketball team put forth a valiant effort but ultimately fell short in an 81-72 loss to Transylvania University on February 5. The Mountaineers kept the game close at halftime, trailing just 42-40, but could not overcome a strong second-half surge by the Pioneers.

Bryce Riley delivered a standout performance, leading Berea with 16 points and 10 rebounds, recording a double-double while also adding 3 steals. Trey Minter contributed 15 points and 4 assists, helping to fuel the Mountaineers' offense. Demetris Phillips made a strong impact inside, finishing with 10 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Ja'Rel Montgomery chipped in with 7 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Andrew Jones provided a spark off the bench with 11 points.
 

Game 2: Berea College Falls to Franklin College 88-79
Location: Franklin, IN
The Berea College men's basketball team fought hard but fell short in an 88-79 loss to Franklin College on February 8. The game was tightly contested; the teams entered halftime tied at 42-42, but Franklin outscored the Mountaineers 46-37 in the second half to claim the win.

Demetris Phillips led the Mountaineers with 19 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 7-of-15 from the field. Ja'Rel Montgomery added 16 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Trey Minter matched his scoring total with 16 points. Bryce Riley contributed 13 points and 4 rebounds, while Andrew Jones provided a boost off the bench with 8 points.

Summary:
Records for Week 13: 0 wins, 2 losses
Key Performers: Bryce Riley, Trey Minter, Demetris Phillips, Ja'Rel Montgomery
Next Game: Berea looks to rebound as they face Earlham College on the road in Richmond, IN, on February 12.