Cleveland Community College Women’s Basketball Secures Back-to-Back Thrillers

Shelby, NC – Cleveland Community College women's basketball team had a memorable weekend, clinching two nail-biting victories in back-to-back games. On January 3, Cleveland edged Pellissippi State 71-69 in a high-scoring contest. The following day, they held off a determined Southwest Virginia squad, winning 59-57 in another close finish.

Game 1 Recap: Cleveland Survives Pellissippi's Comeback Attempt (71-69)

Cleveland Community College's offense shined in the opening game of the weekend, with balanced scoring and efficient shooting leading them to a two-point victory over Pellissippi State. The game remained close throughout, with neither team managing to pull away significantly.

Kari Lee and Sydnie Enste were instrumental in Cleveland's win, each scoring 14 points. Lee added 6 rebounds and 8 assists, while Enste grabbed 10 rebounds and contributed key defensive plays. Jasmine Twitty led all scorers with 17 points and 8 rebounds, dominating in the paint and providing a crucial presence on both ends of the floor.

Despite Pellissippi's strong effort, Cleveland's superior shooting and ball control proved decisive.

Game 2 Recap: Cleveland Edges Southwest Virginia in Defensive Battle (59-57)

Less than 24 hours after their victory over Pellissippi, Cleveland returned to the court and battled Southwest Virginia in a more defensive-oriented game. Southwest Virginia started strong, but Cleveland stormed back in the third quarter, outscoring Southwest Virginia 19-10 to erase the deficit. Kari Lee once again played a pivotal role, finishing with 17 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. Jasmine Twitty recorded her second double-double of the weekend, contributing 11 points and 12 rebounds.

Key Weekend Performers

• Kari Lee (Cleveland): Combined 31 points, 14 rebounds, 14 assists
• Jasmine Twitty (Cleveland): Combined 28 points, 20 rebounds
• Sydnie Enste (Cleveland): 26 points, 17 rebounds across two games

Cleveland Community College's back-to-back wins highlighted their resilience and ability to execute in high-pressure situations. Kari Lee and Jasmine Twitty stood out across both games, delivering consistent scoring and rebounding performances. While Pellissippi State and Southwest Virginia showcased strong efforts, Cleveland's balanced attack and clutch free-throw shooting ultimately made the difference.

With these two hard-fought victories, Cleveland continues to build momentum as they look forward to the next stretch of their season.