Tacoma MBB Falls to Bellevue College 74-53

TACOMA, Wash. — Tacoma Community College (5-8) fell to Bellevue College (13-2) with a final score of 74-53 on Friday evening. Bellevue's superior rebounding, with a total of 50 boards compared to TCC's 30, contributed significantly to their victory.

Tacoma opened the game with an early lead, as Adem Yagmur scored on a layup at 18:41. Donovan Gill added a three-pointer at 13:25 to keep TCC ahead 13-9. However, Bellevue responded with a strong offensive effort, highlighted by Isaiah White's consecutive free throws at 10:48, pushing Bellevue to a 17-13 lead. As the half progressed, Sawyer Cottrell's three-pointer at 7:41 extended Bellevue's advantage, and Max Mayo's three-pointer at 1:07 secured a commanding 41-24 lead. Bellevue ended the half with a 43-26 lead, capitalizing on efficient shooting and defensive rebounds.

In the second half, Bellevue maintained its lead, outscoring TCC 31-27. Bellevue's Sawyer Cottrell made key contributions with a 3-pointer at 18:54 and a layup at 6:17, extending the visitors' advantage. TCC's Donovan Gill responded with a pair of 3-pointers, including one at 12:57 to keep his team competitive. Despite TCC's efforts, Bellevue controlled the boards with 26 total rebounds, allowing them to secure the win.

Tacoma Top Performers

Donovan Gill
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- 11 points
- 3/8 three-pointers made
- 3 blocks

Jakoi Lide
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- 7 points
- 7 rebounds
- 3 assists

Samuel Taylor
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- 7 points
- 3 rebounds
- 2 steals

Go Titans!