Scott Ruegg Leads Colorado College in SCAC Tournament Final Against Centenary
The Colorado College men's basketball team fell short in the SCAC Championship game against Centenary, with the Gents claiming victory with a final score of 83-76 after a solid second-half performance.
By the Numbers- CC led at halftime 41-40 after shooting 53.57% from the field in the first half.
- Tykeem Singleton of Centenary led all scorers with 33 points.
- Ruegg led CC with 19 points, while Boykin contributed 11 points.
- Centenary had a strong performance at the free-throw line, making 18 crucial free throws in the second half.
- CC attempted 17 three-pointers in the second half, converting only four, while Centenary made three.
- The Tigers led at halftime but were unable to maintain their lead in the second half as Centenary rallied to secure the SCAC Championship.
- Despite a valiant effort from CC, Centenary's strong second-half performance, particularly in free throws, proved decisive.
- Ruegg, Boykin, and Price were named to the SCAC All-Tournament team for their standout performances.
- CC looks towards a potential at-large bid in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.
The Colorado College men's basketball team put up a strong fight in the SCAC Championship game, but Centenary's second-half surge and proficient free-throw shooting ultimately secured the victory, leaving CC with a 16-12 record and a hopeful outlook towards a possible NCAA Tournament bid.
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