Warriors face a tough defeat to the Falcons

In a charged meeting on the basketball court at Gleason Center, the Sterling College Warriors were unable to secure a win against the Falcons of Friends University, with the final score standing at 75-62 in favor of Friends. The match held on Saturday, Feb. 13 was a regular season fixture where both teams demonstrated significant skill and tenacity.

The first half of the game saw Friends University taking an early lead, with Josh Price hitting a crucial three-pointer to kick-start their campaign. Despite multiple attempts from three-point land, Sterling could not get things rolling shooting 15% from beyong the arc. By halftime, Friends managed to extend their lead up to 11 points, leading 38-25. Mooch Austin of Sterling was a standout player, pouring in 29 points, grabbing seven rebounds, and giving out two assists, making him the top performer for his team.

The second half featured a strong pushback from Sterling College, led tirelessly by Austin. The defending moves from Sterling, especially a notable blocks by Elias Ngoga and Cedric Wilson, marked some resistance, but Friends maintained their dominance with key contributions from KJ Spiller and Collin Maclin. The game ended with a 13-point lead for Friends University, despite the continuous efforts from the Warriors.

Sterling College (7-12, 13-14) looks ahead to their next game against Avila University (6-13, 9-15) on February 15, also to be held at the Gleason Center. The team reflects on this experience as a building block, focusing on strategies to enhance their performance in upcoming contests. Despite the loss, the determination and hustle displayed by the Warriors, particularly Mooch Austin, were the silver linings from this tough contest.