Mean's Hits his 1,000 point during important PSUAC win over Beaver

Penn State New Kensington Overcomes Penn State Beaver in Thrilling Matchup

In a competitive game at the Penn State New Kensington Athletic Center, Penn State New Kensington defeated Penn State Beaver, 86-79, in a tightly contested matchup. The home team's efficiency on offense and a historic milestone for Ta'Rasi Means highlighted the evening.

Means electrified the crowd by scoring his 1,000th career point, finishing with 22 points on an impressive 8-of-15 shooting from the field and 5-of-6 from the free-throw line. His all-around performance also included three rebounds, two assists, and three steals, making it a night to remember for the standout guard.

Game Recap
The game was characterized by efficient shooting from both sides. Penn State New Kensington shot 68.4% from the field, including a scorching 53.8% from beyond the arc. Their dominance at the free-throw line, converting 77.1% of their attempts, provided a significant edge. Meanwhile, Penn State Beaver put up a respectable effort, shooting 64.4% from the field but struggled at the charity stripe, hitting just 63.6% of their free throws.

For Penn State Beaver, Ronyell Coston led the way with 21 points on 7-of-10 shooting and contributed 7 free throws. Trevor Franklin chipped in with 8 points and 3 assists, while Jiyhad Bobbitt came off the bench to add 10 points.

Penn State New Kensington showcased a balanced offensive attack, with six players scoring at least 6 points. Aubrey Feaster II had a standout performance, leading the team in scoring with 22 points, along with 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Donaven Johnson provided a spark off the bench, scoring 18 points, including 2 three-pointers.

The game featured three technical fouls, two of which were assessed to Penn State New Kensington players Aubrey Feaster II and Donaven Johnson, while Penn State Beaver's Brandon Rue received the other. 

The win improves Penn State New Kensington's record as they continue to build momentum heading into the next phase of the season.