Final Recap: Kentucky State 57, Central State (OH) 56 (OT)
In a thrilling SIAC matchup, Kentucky State edged out Central State (OH) in overtime, 57-56, in a game defined by a lot of back and forth. The contest featured 20 lead changes and 14 ties, with both teams battling fiercely until the final buzzer.
Key Moments:
- Regulation ended in a deadlock after a back-and-forth fourth quarter, setting the stage for an intense overtime period.
- Jordan Isom led Kentucky State with 14 points, including two crucial three-pointers. Mondrea Williams controlled the boards with 12 rebounds while adding 12 points.
- Central State's Abbigail Peterson put up a strong performance with 19 points and four three-pointers, but her efforts weren't enough to secure the win.
- Kentucky State capitalized on points in the paint (32) and second-chance opportunities (13), while Central State struggled with shooting efficiency, hitting just 24.7% from the field.
The win moves Kentucky State to 9-15 overall and 8-9 in conference play, while Central State falls to 11-12 (9-8 SIAC). With postseason implications looming, both teams will look to regroup and build momentum for the final stretch of the season.