Bolivia, NC
The Cape Fear Community College Sea Devils Men's Basketball team faced a challenging weekend at the Brunswick Classic, finishing 1-2 in a tough stretch of games against Chattanooga State, Bryant & Stratton, and Harcum College. Despite the mixed results, several standout performances highlighted the Sea Devils' determination and talent.
Friday: Sea Devils Fall Short Against Chattanooga State, 76-71
Cape Fear opened the tournament on Friday with a hard-fought battle against Chattanooga State but ultimately fell 76-71. Avion Pinner led the charge for the Sea Devils with an impressive double-double, finishing with 18 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 blocks. His dominant presence in the paint kept Cape Fear competitive throughout the contest, but the team was unable to secure the win in the closing minutes.
Saturday: Overtime Thriller Ends in Sea Devils Victory, 88-83
The Sea Devils rebounded on Saturday with a thrilling 88-83 overtime victory against Bryant & Stratton. Jessiah Pierre-Johnson was unstoppable, scoring a game-high 32 points, including four three-pointers. Pierre-Johnson also contributed 9 rebounds and 3 steals to round out his stellar performance.
JJ Moore also shined, pouring in 23 points and making a remarkable 13 of 16 free throws, providing crucial points in the overtime period. AuMauri Tillman was a force on the boards, grabbing 9 rebounds to help secure the victory. The win showcased Cape Fear's resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
Sunday: Sea Devils Struggle Against Harcum College, 98-63
Cape Fear wrapped up the tournament with a tough loss to a strong Harcum College team, falling 98-63. Despite the final score, AuMauri Tillman delivered an excellent performance, leading the Sea Devils with 26 points and 4 rebounds. Tillman's scoring effort was a bright spot in an otherwise challenging game for Cape Fear.
Standout Performers of the Weekend
The Brunswick Classic highlighted several key players for the Sea Devils:
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Avion Pinner: 18 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 blocks (vs. Chattanooga State)
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Jessiah Pierre-Johnson: 32 points (4 three-pointers), 9 rebounds, and 3 steals (vs. Bryant & Stratton)
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JJ Moore: 23 points, including 13-16 from the free-throw line (vs. Bryant & Stratton)
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AuMauri Tillman: 26 points and 4 rebounds (vs. Harcum College)
"Very tough weekend for us due to some costly turnovers and not capitalizing on opportunities, but it all leaves room for growth," says Head Coach Mark Lane. "We are striving to put 2 halves together and finish strong, but we will bounce back in the new year."
