Hackettstown, NJ – The Cyclones secured their second consecutive double-digit victory with a commanding 83-53 win over the Marwood Pacers. With this win, the Cyclones improved their overall record to 13-7 and 2-3 in Atlantic East play.
Inside the Box Score
After two early lead changes, the Cyclones took control of the game and never relinquished the lead. A dominant second quarter proved pivotal, as the Cyclones outscored the Pacers 27-8 to take a commanding 42-21 lead into halftime. The Cyclones maintained their dominance throughout the second half, ultimately winning by an impressive 30-point margin. The team shot an efficient 47.1% from the field, converting 33 of their 70 attempts. They excelled at getting to the free-throw line, making 14 of their 19 attempts. Key areas of strength included 50 points in the paint, 22 points off turnovers, and 13 second-chance points. Contributions from the bench added 30 points, while the Cyclones also capitalized on fast breaks with 9 points. Defensively, they forced 18 turnovers, tallied 10 steals, and blocked 2 shots. On the boards, the Cyclones controlled the glass, recording 47 rebounds to win the rebounding battle.
Game Standouts
Kaylie Elsbree led the charge with 15 points in 27 minutes, shooting 5-10 from the field, including 3-6 from three-point range, and going 2-2 at the free-throw line. Vatijah Davis matched her with 15 points in just 14 minutes, shooting an efficient 7-10 from the field and grabbing 7 rebounds. Sofia Mendez contributed 12 points on 5-7 shooting in 19 minutes, adding 4 rebounds and 3 assists. Kayla Sampong and Alexandra Koon both added 11 points; Sampong shot 5-9 in 29 minutes while recording 3 assists, and Koon made an impressive impact in only 8 minutes, shooting 5-7 and grabbing 4 rebounds.