SPEARFISH, S.D. – Black Hills State men’s basketball defeated Chadron State, 83-65 Tuesday night with a strong second-half performance.
Despite trailing at halftime, the Yellow Jackets (11-4, 9-1 RMAC) shot over 65 percent from the field, and 50 percent from deep in the second half to seal the win.
Joel Scott led all scorers with 22 points while also totaling nine rebounds, two assists and four blocks.
Sindou Cisse came down with eight rebounds, three assists and a steal to go along with his 15 points.
Adam Moussa dished out four assists and scored 14 points, while Ryder Kirsch and PJ Hayes each scored nine.
Tommy Donovan finished with four points, four rebounds and four assists.
Meanwhile, in the women’s game: Black Hills State women’s basketball defeated Chadron State Tuesday night 57-45 in the Donald E. Young Center.
The Yellow Jackets (8-7, 6-3 RMAC) shot 41.0% from the field and 43.5% from beyond the arc in their victory over the Eagles.
Danica Kocer and Megan Engesser led the way on offense recording 12 points each.
Haylee Weathersby led the team on defense pulling in six rebounds while Niki Van Wyk snagged three steals.
