Centenary College News: Athletics: Men's Basketball

Cyclones Take Must-Win Game Over Ravens

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:08:00 -0500

ROSEMONT, Pa. (February 8, 2012) – With the end of the season winding down and the CSAC playoffs in sight, the Cyclones were able to take home a must-win 88-78 victory over the Rosemont College Ravens on Wednesday night. The victory puts both teams at 8-8 in conference, but the Cyclones have the head-to-head tiebreaker over the Ravens with a sweep of the team this season.

The game started off slow as both teams went scoreless to open up the first minute and a half before junior Warren Murphy (Ridgefield Park, N.J./Ridgefield Park) was able to nail a quick layup and free throw to put the Cyclones up 3-0 early on.

The game quickly picked up intensity with the help of three consecutive defensive rebounds by the Cyclones, as Max Hughes (Nazareth, Pa./Notre Dame Green Pond) was able to respond to a Raven free throw with a bucket from downtown to extend their lead out to 6-1.

After 5-3 run by the Cyclones, Rosemont took a quick timeout to regroup and responded with five unanswered points before a goaltending call on the Ravens swung the momentum right back to the Cyclones as they took their lead to 13-9.

The Ravens responded right back with a 9-2 run including a big block by Dan Kearny that gave Rosemont their first lead of the game at 16-15, but the Cyclones came right back with a layup and three-point foul to take the lead right back at 20-16 with just under nine minutes to go in the first half.

The Cyclones continued to dominate as they responded with back-to-back three-pointers from Murphy and Andy Charles (West Orange, N.J./Montclair) to put Centenary up 26-16. Following a Rosemont timeout, the Ravens came back with five more unanswered points, but Charles was able to deny a Raven shot and finish with his own layup to put the Cyclones up 28-21.

With the help of three unnecessary Cyclone fouls, the Ravens answered back with a 14-4 run to take back the lead at 35-32 lead, but Colin Horsch (Monroe Township, N.J./Atlantic Christian) was able to respond with a quick Centenary three to tie the game back at 35-35 with a minute to go in the half. Following a quick exchange, both teams entered the locker rooms with the score tied up at 37-37.

After giving up an initial basket, the Cyclones came out of the locker rooms fired up as they went on a 21-6 run with the help of their strong full-court press to put them back ahead 58-43 with just under 13 minutes remaining.

From that point on the Cyclone continued to dominate the rest of the second half until the Ravens were able to take an 80-64 Cyclone lead and respond with eight unanswered points to bring the game to 80-72 with just under a minute left in the game.

With the much-needed victory in sight, the Cyclones ensured the win as they went on to take an 88-78 victory over the Ravens. Five Cyclones scored in double-figures in the game as they were led by Murphy with a game-high 27 points on the night.

The Cyclones look to keep their conference playoff dreams alive on Saturday when they host Keystone College at 3:00pm as part of their annual “Take A Kid To The Game Day” event.

Cyclones Take Down Defenders In Overtime

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:36:00 -0500

CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. (February 4, 2012) – The Cyclones were able to take down the Baptist Bible College Defenders 78-72 in overtime in a must-win conference matchup on Saturday to improve their record to 11-11 with a 7-8 conference mark.

The Cyclones attacked right off the tip-off as sophomore Andy Charles (West Orange, N.J./Montclair drained a three in the first 11 seconds of the game to put Centenary up 3-0. That wasn’t all for the Cyclones early as they continued on a 7-2 run to jump out to a 10-2 lead in only the first four and a half minutes of the game.

Unfortunately, the Defenders responded with an answer of their own as they came back with seven unanswered points to bring the game within one point before an exchange of baskets brought the game tied 15-15 with just under 12 minutes to go in the first half.

After a few Defender buckets, the Cyclones stormed on an 11-0 run to jump out to a 29-19 lead as seniors Daniel Stein (Holmdel, N.J./Holmdel) and Colin Horsch (Monroe Township, N.J./Atlantic Christian) paired up for three consecutive buckets from downtown.

The Cyclones continued to dominate from outside the perimeter in the first half as they entered the locker rooms with a 43-28 lead thanks to an 11-19 mark from downtown in the first half alone. The key in the first half for Centenary was their points off the bench as the Cyclones outscored the Defender bench 26-6 entering the half.

After a back-and-forth ten minutes to open the second half, the Cyclones were able to jump out to a 17 point lead at 60-43 with just under ten minutes to go, but the Defenders responded right back with a 21-5 run to bring the game to within one point with only 35 seconds away from the Cyclones taking home the win.

Following two needed fouls to stop the clock, the Cyclones were able to drain only two of their four free throw opportunities to bring the score to 67-64. With the clock running out, Stephen Howard was able to drain a three with only eight seconds remaining to tie the game up 67-67 and send the game into overtime.

The Cyclones knew they needed a win and proved it when they came out in overtime as junior Max Hughes (Nazareth, Pa./Notre Dame Green Pond) was able to drain a three to put Centenary up 70-67 early on.

Following an exchange of baskets, sophomore Gabe Cheavers (Howell, N.J./Howell) was able to boost the Cyclones back up with a huge block before committing a foul to send the Defenders to the line. Baptist Bible made sure to drain both free throws to bring the Cyclone lead to 71-70 with just over a minute and a half to go.

From there the Cyclones ensured their victory as they hit a layup and 5-8 of their free throws to bring them to a much needed 78-72 conference victory in overtime over the Baptist Bible College Defenders.

Stein finished the game with a huge 15 points off the bench with all 15 points coming from three-point range. The Cyclones finished the game shooting 48.3% from downtown, including a perfect 3-3 mark by Horsch.

The Cyclones return to action on Wednesday when they hit the road to take on Rosemont College at 8:00pm.

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Cyclones To Host Take A Kid To The Game Day!

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:20:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (February 4, 2012) – The Centenary College athletic department will be hosting their annual “Take A Kid To The Game Day” next Saturday, Feb. 11 as both the men and women’s basketball team’s host Keystone College in a vital conference double-header.

The Cyclones are asking all fans to come out and bring the youth community out for a day of exciting college basketball. All fans ages 14 and under will receive free admission, a free give-a-way, and the opportunity for a “meet the team” and autographs following the conclusion of the game!

For more information, feel free to contact the Centenary College Athletic Department at athletics@centenarycollege.edu. Tip-off for the first game of the double-header is set for 1:00pm.

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Cyclones Drop Big Game To Griffins 93-79

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:37:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (February 1, 2012) – Despite junior Max Hughes (Nazareth, Pa./Notre Dame Green Pond) knocking away five three-pointers for 18 points on his 21st birthday, the Cyclones were unable to defeat the Gwynedd-Mercy College Griffins as they fell 93-79 in an important late season conference matchup.

The Cyclones came out attacking early on as Hughes knocked down a three to open up the game, but the Griffins answered right back with two layups and two free throws to take back the early lead.

After a couple exchanges of baskets back and forth, the Cyclones jumped on a 7-2 run to extend their lead out to 20-14 with just under ten minutes left in the half.

The Griffins responded with a run of their own to tie the game up, but back-to-back buckets from downtown by Andy Charles (West Orange, N.J./Montclair) and Warren Murphy (Ridgefield Park, N.J./Ridgefield Park) put the Cyclones ahead 27-21.

Both teams continued to battle back and forth for the rest of the half before the Griffins were able to respond with four late points at the end of the first half to enter the half with a 38-35 lead.

Coming out of the half, the Cyclones looked fired up as Charles started off the second half with a bucket from way downtown to tie the game up at 38-38.

Unfortunately for the Cyclones, the Griffins came firing right back as they responded with a 21-7 run to put them ahead 59-45. Despite a few Cyclone baskets, the Griffins were able to hold on and take home a 93-79 win over Centenary, pushing them to two games below the .500 mark in conference.

Hughes finished the game with 18 points, including a 5-9 mark from three-point range while also contributing with three rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Senior Larry Lenahan (South Amboy, N.J./South Amboy) finished one rebound shy of a double-double as he ended with ten points and nine rebounds in the Cyclones loss. Murphy led the team with his 20 points while contributing with seven rebounds, five assists, and two steals.

The Cyclones look to jump back on Saturday when they travel to Summit, Pa. to take on the Baptist Bible College Defenders as game two of a men and women’s double-header. The men are scheduled to tip-off at 3:00pm.

VOTE NOW For Max Hughes' Buzzer Beater for ECAC Video Play of the Week

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:16:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 31, 2012) - The Eastern College Athletic Conference has announced 11 finalists for the ECAC Video Play of the Week (January 23-29) featured by Anaconda Sports.

Centenary College once again features a finalist as Max Hughes' buzzer beater to give the Cyclones an 83-82 win over Neumann University on Wed. 1/22 is up for vote. In the win over Neumann, the Cyclones came from 20 points behind with six minutes remaining in the game to win. Hughes drained the winning basket as time expired with Centenary trailing 82-81.

The opportunity to vote for your selection will be available until 8 a.m. on Thursday, February 2.

VOTE HERE for your Video Play of the Week Selection!

Cyclones to Participate in Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:14:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 31, 2012) – The Cyclones will host Breast Cancer Awareness Day on Wednesday, February 1st as both the men’s and women’s basketball teams will be in action against Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) opponents.

The men’s team, led by Head Coach Enrico Mastroianni, and the women’s team, with Head Coach Justin Phoenix will lead their squads onto the court wearing pink socks to raise awareness of the tragic disease. Fans planning on attending the games can join in support of the Cyclones efforts to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Day by wearing pink articles of clothing to the game. Fans can also make a donation at the door and receive a pink ribbon for their generosity.

According to the American Cancer Society, with the exception of skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. The chance of developing invasive breast cancer at some point in a woman’s life is less than 1 in 8 (12%). The ACS reports the chance that breast cancer will be responsible for a woman's death is about 1 in 36 (about 3%), however a promising trend recently shows death rates from breast cancer have been declining since about 1990. These decreases are believed to be the result of earlier detection through screening and increased awareness, as well as improved treatment.

The Centenary College Athletic Department is once again pleased to support the cause of Breast Cancer Awareness and looks forward to a great showing of support from families and friends as well. The women’s game will tip off at 7 pm vs. Cedar Crest College, with the men’s game slated to start at 8 pm vs. Gwynedd-Mercy College.

The Cyclones will also be honoring the Fall CSAC Academic Teams during halftime of each game, with the men being honored during the women’s game and the women’s recognition during the men’s game.

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Cyclones Raise Over $400 For Coaches vs. Cancer

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:28:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 29, 2012) – The Cyclones raised over $400 in their annual “Coaches vs. Cancer” game on Saturday in a men and women’s double-header against the Cabrini College Cavaliers.

Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) that empowers basketball coaches, their teams, and local communities to make a difference in the fight against cancer. The program leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of basketball coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs.

Both team’s coaches wore sneakers with their normal coaching suits to raise awareness for the cause, and asked fans to donate five dollars in order to support the initiative.

Cyclones Fall To No. 8 Cavaliers 92-71

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:09:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 28, 2012) – The Centenary College men’s basketball team could not find their shot today as they fell to the number eighth ranked Cabrini College Cavaliers 92-71. Today, both teams teamed up to support the nationwide “Coaches vs. Cancer” initiative as each team’s coaching staff wore sneakers with their suits to raise awareness to the cause.

The Cavaliers jumped out ahead early on as they went on a 21-6 run to open up the game against the Cyclones. Centenary was able to respond right back as freshman Zhimir Butler (Paterson, N.J./Manchester) was able to knock home a huge bucket from downtown to bring the game to 21-9 with just under ten minutes to go.

Despite a free throw by the Cavaliers, sophomore Gabe Cheavers (Howell, N.J./Howell) was able to knock home a quick layup from Butler before sophomore Andy Charles (West Orange, N.J./Montclair) was able to put back a shot from way downtown to bring the score to 22-14.

Following a quick Cavalier layup, Cheavers responded right back with a huge dunk off a great pass under the basket from Charles to light up the crowd and bring the Cyclones to within eight.

Unfortunately for the Cyclones, the Cavaliers responded right back and took a 44-30 lead entering the locker rooms at halftime. The Cyclones struggled shooting in the first half, shooting only 11-38 from the field. Cabrini was able to capitalize on Cyclone turnovers in the first half as well, scoring 10 points on the eight Centenary turnovers.

The second half didn’t look much better for the Cyclones as Cabrini jumped out with six unanswered points to open the half, putting them up 50-30.

The Cavalier offense continued to dominate, pushing them even so far as an 88-59 lead with just under 2:30 left in the game, their largest lead of the night.

The Cyclones just could not find a comfortable spot on the court throughout the game, shooting only 23-77 from the floor and 4-29 from downtown, a number that typically boosts the Cyclone offense.

Cheavers finished the game with a team-high 17 points in his 19 minutes on the court as he shot 7-10 from the field as well as contributing with six rebounds for the Cyclones, all of which came on the defensive end of the court.

With the loss, the Cyclones fall to 10-10 overall with a 6-7 conference mark. Centenary looks to bounce back into action on Wednesday when they host Gwynedd-Mercy at 8:00pm.

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Help The Cyclones With Coaches vs. Cancer!

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:01:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 26, 2012) - The Centenary College men’s and women’s basketball teams will be teaming up with Cabrini College on Saturday January 28th in the annual Coaches vs. Cancer® Suits and Sneakers awareness weekend, a collaborative initiative of the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC). Participating coaches will wear sneakers instead of dress shoes with their suits during weekend games to demonstrate their support for the American Cancer Society and its vision of a world with less cancer.

Fans may support this cause by making a $5.00 donation toward Coaches vs. Cancer and help in the search for a cure. The Centenary Cyclones are hosting "National Sneakers Day", on Friday, January 27, to kick off Suits and Sneakers Weekend. Similarly to coaches wearing sneakers on the sidelines, we ask you to wear your favorite sneakers to work in support of Coaches vs. Cancer and encourage your colleagues to do the same.

Participants may drop off their donation and pick up an orange ribbon in the Athletic Department to wear on Friday signifying their support in the Fight Against Cancer.

The games on Saturday are scheduled for the women to tip-off at 1:00pm with the men's team following immediately after at 3:00pm.

Cyclones Bounce Back From 20 Point Deficit For Buzzer Beater Finish

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:31:00 -0500

ASTON, Pa. (January 25, 2012) – The Cyclones bounced back from a 20 point deficit to knock down a buzzer beating jump shot by junior Max Hughes (Nazareth, Pa./Notre Dame Green Pond) to take home an 83-82 victory over the Neumann University Knights on Wednesday night.

The Cyclones jumped out early on a missed opportunity on a dunk by the Knights when senior Larry Lenahan (South Amboy, N.J./South Amboy) was able to come back and nail three consecutive layups for the Cyclones to put Centenary ahead 6-2.

Unfortunately for the Cyclones, Neumann was able to fight right back with 12 unanswered points of their own to take a 14-6 lead with just under 15 minutes left. The Cyclones came back immediately as they took advantage of a three-point foul on Hughes who knocked down all three to bring the game to 14-9.

With just under seven minutes left in the first half and Neumann up 39-23, the Cyclones answered back with six consecutive points to bring the game to within ten before the Knights answered with a basket from downtown.

The Cyclones entered the locker rooms at halftime down 46-32, but Lenahan had 14 points and 7 rebounds alone in the first half.

Coming out of the half, the Cyclones were able to fight back as they knocked down four three-point shots within just over a three minute period to bring the Neumann lead to 51-46.

Unfortunately for the Cyclones, the Knights jumped back out ahead, running their offense to jump out to as far as a 20 point lead at 79-59 with just under six minutes to go.

With their backs to the wall, the Cyclones began to tear away at the Neumann lead as the entire Centenary offense began to knock down baskets to storm a 20-0 run and tie the game up at 79-79 with just over a minute remaining in the game.

With the help of a made free throw by Neumann, the Knights took back the lead temporarily, but Lenahan responded right back with a layup to give the Cyclones back the lead at 81-80.

Immediately after the bucket, the Cyclones committed a dangerous foul which forced them to take a timeout to gain back their thoughts with just under 30 seconds left in the game and the lead hanging in the hands of two Neumann free throws.

Down 81-80, Neumann’s Patrick O’Connor was able to drop down both free throws to put the Knights back ahead 82-81 before allowing the Cyclones to take the final possession of the game.

After being helped off the court from an injury with only two minutes left in the game, Max Hughes returned back to the court for the Cyclones for the final drive of the game in hopes to help bring the Cyclones to victory. Down 82-81 and only enough time for one drive, junior Warren Murphy (Ridgefield Park, N.J./Ridgefield Park) took the ball in his own hands as he drove the length of the court before throwing up a jumper with just under five seconds remaining.

Murphy’s shot bounced off the side of the rim but as the clock continued to wind down, Hughes was able to grab the loose ball and throw it up at the buzzer to knock home the game-winner and send the Cyclones home with an 83-82 victory over the Neumann University Knights.

Hughes finished the game with a total 16 points, 13 of which came from the second half where he shot 3-5 from downtown. Lenahan finished with his eighth double-double of the season with 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Cyclones.

With the win, the Cyclones improve to 10-9 overall, including a 6-6 conference mark. Centenary returns to action on Saturday when they host #8 Cabrini College as part of a men and women’s double-header to honor the “Coaches vs. Cancer” weekend. Tip-off of the men’s game is scheduled for 3:00pm with the women starting at 1:00pm.

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Vote For Warren Murphy's Buzzer Beater For ECAC Video Play of the Week

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:45:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 24, 2012) – The Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) has released its finalists for Video Play of the Week for the week of Jan.16-22, with the voting remaining open until 8 am, on Thursday, Jan. 26th.

The Cyclones once again have an entry up for consideration. Warren Murphy’s buzzer beater to force overtime in last Monday’s game against Baptist Bible College is the third Centenary video to become an ECAC Video Play of the Week finalist.

To view the play and to register your vote, follow the VOTE HERE link. The video can also be viewed on D3hoops.com’s buzzer beaters page at: http://www.d3hoops.com/buzzerbeaters/2011-12/index.

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Coaches To Team Up Against Cancer On Saturday

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:35:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 24, 2012) – The Centenary College men and women’s basketball team will be teaming up with Cabrini College on Saturday as they host the annual “Coaches vs. Cancer” game as part of the annual Coaches vs. Cancer Suits and Sneakers awareness weekend.

The nationally recognized fight is a collaborative initiative between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) where Participating NABC member coaches will wear sneakers instead of dress shoes with their suits during weekend games to demonstrate their support for the American Cancer Society and its vision of a world with less cancer and more birthdays.

Fans may support this cause by texting COACH to 20222 from any wireless phone to make a $5.00 donation toward Coaches vs. Cancer and help in the search for a cure. For more information, visit the Coaches vs. Cancer Facebook page, facebook.com/coachesvscancer.

By lacing up sneakers with their suits, college and high school basketball coaches nationwide will spotlight the fact that while cancer remains a major health concern, everyone can take daily steps to reduce their risk of the disease. For those who do not smoke, weight control, exercise and a healthy diet are the best ways to improve health and reduce cancer risk. Obesity has been shown to increase the risk for many forms of cancer, including breast, prostate, and colon cancers and may account for 20 percent of cancer deaths in women and 14 percent in men.

Thanks to the dedicated efforts of college and high school coaches and fans across the country, Coaches vs. Cancer participants have raised more than $70 million since 1993 to help the Society fund groundbreaking cancer research, provide up-to-date cancer information and education, advocate for public health policies that benefit communities, and deliver services that improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Additional information is available at coachesvscancer.org.

The Cyclones look forward to promoting this great cause on Saturday with the men and women’s double-header with the first game set to tip-off at 1:00pm against the Cabrini Cavaliers in the John M. Reeves Student Recreation Center. Donations will be collected throughout both the men and women's games on Saturday.

Cyclones Stretch To Three-Game Win Streak

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:35:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 21, 2012) – The Centenary College men’s basketball team powered through yet another conference victory on Saturday with a 79-65 win over the Philadelphia Biblical University Crimson Eagles to extend their win streak to three games.

The Cyclones were led by a game-high 20 point, six rebound performance by senior Larry Lenahan (South Amboy, N.J./South Amboy) who finished 9-13 from the field. Junior Warren Murphy (Ridgefield Park, N.J./Ridgefield Park) also had a strong game, finishing with 14 points, seven rebounds and five assists in the Cyclones victory.

The Cyclones really began to spark their offense late in the first half when they went on a 11-4 run in just over four minutes to end the half and take a 37-24 lead going into the locker rooms. The key for the Cyclones in the first half was the ability to score points off turnovers, taking home 16 points off 12 Crimson Eagle turnovers while allowing none in return.

Coming out of the half, the Cyclones continued to pound the Crimson Eagles defense as Lenahan was able to knock down a break-away layup from Murphy and tack on a free-throw to complete the three-point play and give Centenary a 49-31 lead.

With just over 12 minutes left in the game and the Cyclones up 61-42, Centenary went on an eight point run with baskets scored by four different players to put them ahead 69-42. Contributing to the effort were seniors Lenahan and Ryan Donovan (King of Prussia, Pa./Upper Merion) and freshmen Djovan Beausejour (Doylestown, Pa./Central Bucks East) and Kenneth Brown (Endicott, N.Y./Union Endicott).

The Crimson Eagles began to make it interesting late in the game however as they responded with a 15-2 run of their own to bring the game to 71-57 with just under five minutes to go, but the Cyclones would not allow it to last as they were able to hold on and take home an eventual 79-65 win.

Junior Max Hughes (Nazareth, Pa./Notre Dame Green Pond) also finished the game with double-digit figures as he knocked down 12 points, three rebounds, two assists and a steal while shooting 2-3 from three-point range for the Cyclones.

Despite the loss, two members of the Crimson Eagles finished the game with double-doubles as Charles Kennedy ended the game with 13 points and 11 rebounds and Seth Heinicke contributed with 18 points and ten rebounds for Philadelphia Biblical.

With the win, the Cyclones improve to 9-9 including a 5-6 conference mark. Centenary returns to action on Wednesday when they travel to Aston, Pa. to take on Neumann University at 7:00pm.

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Cyclones To Host Faculty Appreciation Night Next Wednesday!

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:09:00 -0500

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. (January 19, 2012) - The Centenary College Athletic Department will be hosting a Faculty Appreciation Night on Wednesday, Jan. 25 during the women's basketball game against conference rival Neumann University.

The Cyclones would like to thank all members of the faculty for their hard work and dedication off the court and will be providing all members of the faculty in attendance with a Centenary College Athletics T-Shirt. Although all Cyclones are athletes, their performance off the court is their priority and none of it would be possible without the help of all faculty here at Centenary College.

The game is scheduled to tip-off at 7:00pm as the Cyclones host the Neumann University Knights.

Cyclones Dominate Second Half For 80-65 Win Over Pacers

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:49:00 -0500

SCRANTON, Pa. (January 18, 2012) – The Cyclones came from behind in the second half to take an 80-65 win over the Marywood Pacers on Wednesday to improve to 8-9 on the season, including a 4-6 CSAC mark.

After being down 36-24 at the half, the Cyclones were able to come from behind and shoot 7-8 (87.5%) from three-point range to take down the Pacers in the second half in an important mid-season victory over Marywood.

Marywood jumped out early when they went on an 8-2 run to start the game, but junior Max Hughes (Nazareth, Pa./Notre Dame Green Pond) continued his dominance from outside the arc to knock down a three and bring the game to 8-5 early on.

The Pacers were able to take control of the first half however, as they entered halftime with a 36-24 lead including 10 second chance points and seven off of the nine Cyclone turnovers.

Coming out of the half, the Cyclones turned the burners on, going on a quick 15-7 run to bring the score to 43-39 and keep Centenary in range. Down 54-46 with just over ten minutes left, the Cyclones battled back with eight unanswered points to bring the game tied at 54-54 and show some life from the Centenary bench.

After taking their first lead of the game, the Cyclones were able to nail back-to-back three pointers from Colin Horsch (Monroe Township, N.J./Atlantic Christian) and Andy Charles (West Orange, N.J./Montclair) to take a six point lead.

With the help of the momentum from outside the perimeter, the Cyclones continued to push through with a three-point play by senior Larry Lenahan (South Amboy, N.J./South Amboy) as he powered through the paint to put Centenary ahead 65-56 with just over five minutes left in the game.

Another three-pointer by junior Warren Murphy (Ridgefield Park, N.J./Ridgefield Park) put the Cyclones up 68-58 before they were able to run away with the lead to take home an 80-65 win over the Pacers, their second of the season.

Charles finished the game with 16 points, five rebounds, four steals, four blocks, and two assists for the Cyclones while Hughes finished 4-6 from the perimeter for the Cyclones. The key for the Cyclones was the 87.5% shooting from outside the perimeter in the second half to outscore the Pacers 56-29 and take away the victory.

The Cyclones return to action on Saturday when they host Philadelphia Biblical University at 2:00pm.

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