Firebirds Battle but Fall to Muskegon CC
The Kirtland Firebirds men’s and women’s basketball teams both faced tough challenges against Muskegon Community College. Despite strong individual performances, the Firebirds came up short, with the women falling 61-34 and the men losing 76-53.
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
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35 | 41 | 76 |
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29 | 24 | 53 |
Team Stats
Muskegon Community College
| Game Statistics | Muskegon Community College | Kirtland Community College |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (32-71) | (21-74) |
| Field Goal % | 45.1% | 28.4% |
| Rebounds | 50 | 39 |
| Assists | 22 | 16 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 8 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 7 | 5 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 9 | 8 |
| Pts in the Paint | 36 | 26 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 5 | 22 |
Women's Basketball Recap
Firebirds Fall to Muskegon Community College
The Kirtland Firebirds women's basketball team put forth a determined effort but came up short against Muskegon Community College, falling 61-34. Mariah Ellis led the Firebirds with 9 points and 7 rebounds, playing a key role on both ends of the court. Despite the team's fight, Muskegon's strong defensive pressure and balanced scoring made it difficult for Kirtland to close the gap. The Firebirds will focus on building from this experience as they prepare for their upcoming games.
Men's Basketball Recap
Kirtland Comes Up Short Against Muskegon Community College
The Kirtland Firebirds men's basketball team battled hard but fell to Muskegon Community College, 76-53. Dominique Ramsey led Kirtland with 17 points, showing his ability to create scoring opportunities, while Desmond Lacrose added 13 points with solid offensive contributions. The Firebirds started with energy and intensity but struggled to slow down Muskegon's offensive attack as the game progressed. Kirtland will look to bounce back and make adjustments for their next matchup.
