Cleveland Community College prevails over Johnston Community College

Cleveland Community College prevails over Johnston Community College
December 8, 2024
Cleveland Community College delivered a dominant performance in a 108-41 victory over Johnston Community College on December 8, 2024 on their home court. The game saw the home team put on a clinic both offensively and defensively, overwhelming JCC in all facets of the game.
 
First Half: Cleveland Establishes Command
The game began with a strong first-half showing from CCC, which took a commanding 52-27 lead into the break. Cleveland's offense was firing on all cylinders, shooting an impressive 53.5% from the field (46-86) and spreading the scoring across multiple players. The team also showcased its depth, with several players making key contributions in the opening period.
Johnston struggled to keep pace, unable to mount any serious challenge against the fast-paced CCC attack. Cleveland capitalized on Johnston's turnovers and poor shooting, holding JCC to just 27 points in the first half.
 
Second Half: CCC Continues to Dominate
The second half was more of the same, as Cleveland continued to pour it on, outscoring Johnston 56-14 in the final 20 minutes. The home team was relentless, with several players putting up significant numbers, and Cleveland's defense ensured that JCC had little opportunity to make any inroads.
Cleveland's shooting remained strong, particularly from beyond the arc. They also capitalized on their trips to the free-throw line, converting 8 of 9 attempts (88.9%).
 
Balanced Scoring for Cleveland
Cleveland had an incredibly balanced offensive attack. Kelan Flowers led the team with 15 points, followed closely by Tre Crite, who contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds for a double-double. Brendan Bailey added 11 points, while Elijah Burnett chipped in with 12 points. Other contributors included Antonio Perkins (7 points), Junior Montgomery (10 points), and Darrien Ponders (9 points). The deep rotation allowed the team to maintain energy and momentum throughout the game.
 
Conclusion
Cleveland Community College's overwhelming 108-41 victory over Johnston Community College was a statement win, showcasing both offensive firepower and defensive dominance. The team's depth, shooting efficiency, and aggressive defense were evident throughout the game. Meanwhile, Johnston will need to regroup and find ways to improve its offense as they continue their season.
For Cleveland, the victory marks another step forward as they continue to establish themselves as one of the top teams in their conference. The win also highlights the effectiveness of their balanced scoring and their ability to play a complete team game.