Ravens Cruise Past Dodge City 97-63

Ravens Cruise Past Dodge City 97-63

February 26, 2020

In a game that was never in doubt, the Coffeyville Community College Red Raven Men's basketball team defeated the Dodge City Conquistadors 97-63 in the first round of the 2020 Region VI Men's Div I Basketball Tournament.  With the win, Coffeyville's overall record improves to 23-8.

From the start, Coffeyville led early and often.   By halftime, the Ravens had doubled up the Conquistadors 52-26.  The second half saw more of the same with Coffeyville cruising to the 97-63 victory.  On the night, Coffeyville was just the better team, leading Dodge City in rebounds (59-33), assists (17-11), turnovers (6-16), steals (5-3) and blocked shots (6-0).

On the offensive side, Coffeyville had 5 players score in double figures.  Sophomores Meikkel Murray and Manny Crump led the way with 19 and 17 points respectively.   Close behind was freshman Larry White with 13 points and sophomore Tony Hutson with 11 points.  Rounding out the double-figure scoring was freshman Bostyn Holt with 10.

In talking about the game, head Red Raven coach Jay Herkelman said that "The guys were really focused on the game plan and it showed.  We had a really good attacking mentality."

The victory advances the #5 seeded Red Ravens into the Region VI quarterfinals where they will face the #4 seeded Barton Cougars.  The remaining Region VI Tournament will be held at the United Wireless Arena in Dodge City Kansas.  Game time for the Coffeyville Barton matchup in Dodge City is scheduled for 3:00 pm on Sunday, March 1st.

The full 2020 Region VI Men's Basketball Div I Tournament bracket can be found by clicking HERE!