Bedford had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Barberton Magics on Wednesday, sneaking past 60-58. The win was familiar territory for the Bearcats, who have now won five matchups in a row.

Terrell Pollard
02/26/25 vs Barberton | 10 |
02/22/25 vs Maple Heights | 11 |
02/14/25 @ Lorain | 10 |
02/11/25 @ John Marshall | 11 |
02/07/25 vs Maple Heights | 10 |
+ 16 more games |
Leading Bedford to victory were Kevin Woodgett III and Terrell Pollard. Woodgett III went 6-for-9 from beyond the arc en route to 23 points and six assists, while Pollard dropped a double-double with 24 points and ten boards. Pollard is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down nine or more in each of the last 21 games he's played. Another player making a difference was Denayne Dixon, who posted five points and 14 boards.
Bedford smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in eight consecutive contests.
Bedford pushed their record up to 17-7 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Barberton, they now have a losing record of 12-13.
Bedford wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 54-49 loss against Padua Franciscan on the 1st. Barberton does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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