The Jayhawk Men’s Basketball team defeated the visiting team from North Central Michigan College 63-58.

MCC started off slow as they had trouble finishing around the rim. They found themselves down by 6 and foul trouble sent some starters to the bench early but they were able to cut into the lead. They trailed 30-29 at half time. In the 2nd half there were 12 lead changes and 5 ties as both teams battled. MCC was able to check the Timberwolves leading scorer and they held a slight edge in rebounds. Jadakiss Lewis (Kalmazoo Central) led all scorers with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 2 steals. Jacob Mueller (Charlevoix) finished with a double double of 11 points and 10 rebounds.

MCC is 3-1 in conference play and 7-10 overall. They host Mid Michigan College on Wednesday, 1/31 at 7:30 pm.