It's playoff time, and Ben Lomond had no trouble coming through when it counted. They simply couldn't be stopped on Wednesday as they easily beat the Providence Hall Patriots 64-34. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Scots have posted since December 19, 2024.
Jaerdan Vanbeekum
| 02/12/25 vs Providence Hall | 23 |
| 02/07/25 @ Morgan | 15 |
| 02/05/25 vs Grantsville | 16 |
| 01/31/25 @ Ogden | 18 |
| 01/29/25 @ Union | 13 |
| + 11 more games |
Jaerdan Vanbeekum was his usual excellent self, going 8-for-14 en route to 23 points and six boards. That's the most points he has posted since back in December of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Zeb Whetton, who had eight points in addition to ten rebounds and three blocks.
Ben Lomond was working as a unit and finished the game with 19 assists. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Providence Hall only posted five assists.
Several Patriots players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Mckai Turner, who went 6-for-15 on his way to 23 points and six boards. That was a full 67.6% of Providence Hall's points, marking the third time in a row he's earned more than a third of the team's points. Dallas Loutensock also deserves some recognition as he posted his first block of the season.
Ben Lomond's victory bumped their record up to 6-18. As for Providence Hall, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 11 of their last 12 matches, which has put a noticeable dent in their 4-18 record this season.
Looking ahead, Ben Lomond will venture away from home to take on Canyon View at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The timing is sure in Canyon View's favor as the team sits on six straight wins at home while Ben Lomond has been banged up by seven consecutive losses on the road. Providence Hall does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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