Men's Basketball Comes Up Short Against Northampton Community College

Bethlehem, PA-The Bergen Community College Bulldogs faced a tough road test on Tuesday night, falling 92-77 to the Northampton Community College Spartans. Despite a spirited effort, Bergen was unable to overcome the sharp shooting and balanced attack of Northampton.

The Bulldogs battled throughout, trailing 45-36 at halftime. They added 41 points in the second half but were ultimately outpaced by the Spartans, who shot an efficient 50.7% from the field and 50% from three-point range.

Key Performers for Bergen Community College:

• Evan Meberg: Delivered a standout performance with a double-double, scoring 19 points and grabbing 11 rebounds while adding a block.
• Louis Sosa: Scored 18 points on 6-of-10 shooting and was a perfect 5-of-5 from the free-throw line, contributing solidly on both ends of the court.
• Amire Walker: Filled the stat sheet with 10 points, 7 assists, and 4 steals.

Bergen shot 38.2% from the field but struggled from beyond the arc, converting just 5 of 31 attempts (16.1%). However, the team showed consistency at the free-throw line, making 82.4% of their attempts.

Key Performers for Northampton Community College:

• Nasir Ruhani: Dominated with 27 points and 10 rebounds, demonstrating his ability to score in the paint and on the perimeter.
• Nate Rivera: Contributed 21 points, including five three-pointers, and added three assists.
• Taemas Jones: A dynamic playmaker with 12 assists and 7 points, effectively controlling the tempo for the Spartans.

The Spartans' efficiency and teamwork were evident as they dished out 29 assists on 35 made field goals.

Head Coach Luke Gomez praised his team's effort despite the loss, stating, "We fought hard against a talented opponent. This game highlighted areas for improvement, and we're focused on getting better every day."

About Bergen Community College Athletics:
Bergen Community College's athletic programs are dedicated to developing student-athletes on and off the court, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and academic success.