Mount Vernon Wildcats Basketball Recap VS Cascade 11-30-24

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 3:10 PM

Mount Vernon Wildcats Basketball Recap VS Cascade 11-30-24

The Mount Vernon Wildcats improved to 2-0 on the season with a gritty 50-42 victory over the Cascade Cadets at the Gobbler Games Shootout, hosted at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. This marked the first-ever meeting between the two teams, giving Mount Vernon a 1-0 edge in the all-time series. After trailing 28-23 at halftime, the Wildcats clawed their way back with a strong second half, highlighted by a dominant fourth quarter where they held Cascade to just three points.

Mount Vernon started hot, winning the first quarter 18-14, but Cascade responded with a 14-5 second quarter to take the halftime lead. In the third quarter, the Wildcats edged the Cadets 17-11, reclaiming a narrow 40-39 advantage heading into the final period. The defense shone in crunch time, and the Wildcats’ composed ball-handling and clock management sealed the win. Nash Hostetter led Mount Vernon with 21 points, supported by Meyer Robb’s 13 points, nine rebounds, and a critical late-game steal that shifted momentum.

Despite limited offensive contributions from some players, Mount Vernon’s defensive effort was superb. Bryce Clowers and Grayson Buse didn’t score but made their presence felt on the defensive end. Ryder Snodgrass contributed 10 points and a key rebound, while Brady Schickel added six points and six boards. The Wildcats’ unselfish play and ability to execute under pressure were pivotal in overcoming an eight-point third-quarter deficit.

Coach will undoubtedly highlight areas for improvement, including a lack of scoring depth, but the team’s resilience and strategic approach were key to their success. With their first home game of the season looming on Friday, the Wildcats look to build on this hard-fought victory and maintain their winning momentum.

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