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Briar Cliff (IA) BCU 9-9, 6-5
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Winner Northwestern NWC 14-5, 6-5
Briar Cliff (IA) BCU
9-9, 6-5
73
Final
100
Northwestern NWC
14-5, 6-5
Winner
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 F
Briar Cliff (IA) BCU 35 38 73
Northwestern NWC 54 46 100

Game Recap: Men's Basketball | | NWC Athletic Communications

Effort on Both Ends Leads to Commanding Win

ORANGE CITY, Iowa – Northwestern charged to a commanding victory over Briar Cliff, defeating them 100-73 on Wednesday night at the Bultman Center. The Red Raiders were on fire, shooting an impressive 60.6% from the field and turning 12 turnovers into 22 points.

The game tipped off with a burst of energy from Northwestern, starting with Jalen Langsy's quick layup. The Raiders took advantage of the Chargers' miscues, with Jesse Van Kalsbeek and Kaleb Booth making significant contributions through skilled passes and shots. By the 5:16 mark, Northwestern had surged ahead, thanks to sharp shooting, including eight three-pointers.

Defensively, Northwestern held Briar Cliff to just 35 points in the first half, forcing five turnovers. Langsy was dominant in the paint, helping the Raiders rack up 26 points inside. The first half closed with Northwestern firmly in control, leading 54-35.

As the second half got underway, the Raiders wasted no time extending their lead. Van Kalsbeek made a key offensive rebound and putback dunk at 18:55, while Manny Hammonds sunk a three-pointer at 18:27, widening the gap to 59-35. The Raiders kept the pressure on with precise shooting and smooth ball movement, highlighted by Langsy's baskets at 16:02 and 15:13 to move ahead 63-43.

Throughout the second half, the Red Raiders continued to stretch their lead. Van Kalsbeek's defensive prowess sparked fast-break opportunities, including a crucial steal and one-handed slam at 13:26 to make the score 67-45. With contributions like Hammonds' three-pointer at 12:17 and Langsy's steady scoring, the Raiders kept their foot on the gas.

In the final minutes, Northwestern's balanced attack, supported by strong bench play and solid rebounding, sealed the deal. Brennan Reid's three-pointer at 3:56 and Marcus Kelderman's fast-break layup in the final minute ensured the Raiders wrapped up the game in style, finishing with a 100-73 victory.

GAME NOTES
  • The Raiders eclipsed the 100-point threshold for the fifth time this season.
  • They shot 60.6% from the field, marking the seventh time this season shooting over 60%.
  • Jalen Langsy led all scorers with 41 points, with five shots made from behind the arc.
  • It was the third 40+ point performance for Langsy this season.
  • Jesse Van Kalsbeek collected his 15th double-double on the year, going for 18 points and 11 rebounds.
  • Manny Hammonds was also in double figures with 11 points.
  • Brennan Reid scored seven points and grabbed eight boards.
  • The Raiders put 10 players in the scoring column tonight.
Up Next: Northwestern is back at home on Saturday afternoon, hosting the Hastings Broncos at 3:45 p.m.
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