Rockford University's men's basketball team saw their exceptional season conclude with a 71-55 loss in the NACC Tournament Semifinals against Wisconsin Lutheran College. Despite falling behind by 26 points in the second half, Rockford fought back but couldn't bridge the gap due to offensive struggles.

By the Numbers
  • Rockford achieved 18 wins, the most in a single season since 2004-05.
  • Despite the loss, Rockford showcased an impressive defensive performance by limiting the NACC's top scoring offense and shooting team below their season averages.
State of Play
  • Rockford fell short in the NACC Tournament Semifinals with a 71-55 defeat against Wisconsin Lutheran College.
  • Despite the loss, the season marked a significant improvement for Rockford, reaching the semifinals for the first time in three years.
  • Jaden Bell recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds, contributing to Rockford's efforts.
  • Kevin Diemer concluded his collegiate career with 1,575 points and 836 rebounds, ranking 7th and 6th all-time, respectively.
Bottom Line

Rockford University's memorable season ended in the NACC Tournament Semifinals, showcasing remarkable progress with the most wins in a season since 2004-05 and a strong defensive performance, despite falling short in the game against Wisconsin Lutheran College.