Tops improve to 6-2 in conference play

Triceratops Dominate Edison State 87-65 in Saturday's Victory

The Triceratops (12-8, 7-2) earned an impressive wire-to-wire victory over the Edison State Chargers (7-11, 4-4) with an 87-65 win on Saturday afternoon, led by standout performances from Chris Brownlee, Devonte Green, Xavier Vann, and Joel Webb. Brownlee scored 20 points, Green contributed 19, Vann added 18, and Webb chipped in with 10, as the Tops continued their strong run in conference play.

It was a highly anticipated matchup featuring three of the top ten scorers in the conference, with the Triceratops' combination of Brownlee (6) and Green (8) proving too much for Edison to handle. The Tops quickly jumped out to a commanding 14-2 lead and never looked back, cruising to a comfortable 87-65 win.

Edison struggled to find their rhythm, shooting just 36% from the field and committing 22 turnovers. The Triceratops controlled the tempo from start to finish, forcing Edison's Owen Bronston (3) into a tough shooting day. Despite scoring 20 points, Bronston was limited to 15 field goal attempts, well below his usual volume.

Key Takeaways:

• The Triceratops improve to 6-2 in conference play, keeping pace in the standings with Lakeland looming on the horizon.
• Devonte Green led the team with 10 rebounds, while Brownlee, Vann, and Adisa Molton each recorded five assists.
• The Triceratops only committed 12 turnovers, a key factor in maintaining their offensive flow.

Key Moment:

The Triceratops wasted no time asserting control, racing to an early 6-0 lead that set the tone for the rest of the game. Their defense and offensive efficiency allowed them to maintain a comfortable lead throughout.

Key Stat:

The Triceratops' ability to limit turnovers was critical—committing just 12 turnovers while shooting 44.7% from the field.

Next Up:

The Triceratops will hit the road for a matchup with Lakeland Community College on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.