MCLA knocks off Southern Vermont 83-75
Bennington, VT- MCLA placed four players in double figures, led by Vernon Cross' 15 points en route to an 83-75 win over Southern Vermont in the consolation game of the Tri State Shootout. The Trailblazers are now 2-5, while Southern Vermont remains winless at 0-6.
Tyriq Rochester was named to the All Tournament team, following up Friday's solid performance with 13 points Saturday.
MCLA jumped out to a ten point advantage at halftime (48-38) as Tyriq Rochester collected 10 points in the opening period. The Trailblazers opened up their lead after Bilal Shabazz dropped a pair of free throws extending the lead to 54-40. After Southern Vermont trimmed the lead to seven, the Trailblazers would again push forward.
After a Cross layup, MCLA led comfortable at 81-65 with just 3:17 to play. SVC would never threaten from there.
Cross was 6-7 from the floor and added 6 rebounds on the night. Tyriq Rochester added 13 points and 7 caroms. Chris Harris also collected 13 points, while Shabazz added 10 off the bench.
Jordan Santiago led SVC with 22 points. Taeshon Johnson added 20, while Robert McQueen added 15. Avery Mitchell chipped in with 13.
MCLA will next host Brandeis College on Wednesday night at 7:30.