Bobcats Battle Late but Fall Short at Hocking

NELSONVILLE, OH — Bryant & Stratton (Ohio) put together a strong second-half push on the road Saturday afternoon, but the rally came up just short in an 86–81 loss to Hocking College in Region XII action.

Hocking opened the game with high pace and physicality, taking a 44–36 lead into halftime. The Bobcats responded with a resilient 45-point second half, trimming the deficit multiple times behind improved ball movement and timely shot-making. Despite outshooting Hocking from three (41.2% to 25%) and matching the Hawks' defensive intensity, B&SC Ohio couldn't fully erase the early gap.

Key Performances

• Zavionn Thurman delivered a standout offensive performance, scoring 22 points while shooting 6-for-10 from the field and 7-for-9 at the line.

• Donovan Barnes added 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists, steadying the Bobcats' perimeter attack.

• Jahleel Wakeel provided a spark off the bench with 10 points and 3 steals, while Aaron Wilson chipped in 11 points and 4 assists.

• Remi Gilmore was efficient with 11 points on 5-of-8 shooting plus 3 rebounds.

The Bobcats finished the afternoon shooting 39.2% from the floor and 7-of-17 from deep, keeping themselves in contention throughout the second half. Hocking countered with strong interior play and a 53–34 rebound advantage, which proved decisive in closing out the matchup.

Bryant & Stratton (Ohio) will look to regroup as they move into the final stretch of the regular season, continuing to compete with toughness and discipline across Region XII play.

Next Game

The Bobcats return home on Wednesday, February 11th for a 7:30 PM EST matchup against Cuyahoga Community College, hosted at Ursuline College's Sister Diana Stano Athletic Center.
It will also be the program's annual Pink Out | Breast Cancer Awareness Night — fans are encouraged to wear pink and pack the gym in support of the cause.

-Ray Yates