Schuylkill Lions Bounce Back to Secure 83-65 Victory Over New Kensington

Game Recap:
The Lions set the tone early, building a 26-point lead midway through the second half. Their balanced scoring and tenacity on the glass ensured a comfortable win, as they outplayed New Kensington in nearly every phase of the game.

Key Performers:

  • Makhi Jones: Led all scorers with 24 points, shooting 4-for-4 from beyond the arc and adding 3 rebounds and 2 assists in a stellar outing.
  • Dashawn Dixon: Controlled the paint with a double-double, posting 16 points and 13 rebounds, including 8 offensive boards.
  • Isaac Lane: Contributed 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 free throws, displaying consistency on both ends of the court.
  • Antwuan Byrd: Directed the offense with 12 assists, 7 rebounds, and 5 points, anchoring the team's ball movement.

Team Highlights:

  • The Lions forced 22 turnovers and capitalized with 23 points off those mistakes, compared to just 12 points off turnovers for New Kensington.
  • Schuylkill dominated the glass, pulling down 42 rebounds, including 21 on the offensive end, resulting in 15 second-chance points.
  • The Lions shot 38.5% from three-point range, compared to New Kensington's 27.3%, providing a critical edge from long distance

Game Highlights:

  • The Lions' largest lead came at 26 points early in the second half, showcasing their ability to maintain pressure throughout the game.
  • Strong bench play added 19 points, led by Hadir Boswell's 8 points and Amir Gray's 7 points and 5 rebounds.

Upcoming Game:
The Lions will look to carry their momentum into their next PSUAC matchup. Stay tuned for details and updates as Schuylkill continues their pursuit of conference success!