Cleveland Community College defeated Southwest Virginia in a home basketball game on December 6, 2023, with a final score of 95-85. The game was closely contested, with the Yetis taking a six-point lead at halftime and extending it to a ten-point victory.
Jadien Merritt had an outstanding game, scoring 26 points. He was efficient from beyond the arc, making 7 of his 13 three-point attempts. Shawn Wilison also had a strong game, contributing 16 points and 7 rebounds. Kevin Kollock, Elijah Burnett, and Jaydin Spillman also made significant contributions to the team's victory.
The Yetis had a higher shooting percentage, making 45.7% of their field goal attempts, and a better three-point shooting percentage, making 36% of their attempts. Cleveland grabbed 39 rebounds and 13 assists during the game. Overall, Cleveland Community College's strong shooting and individual performances from players like Jadien Merritt and Shawn Wilison were key factors in their victory over Southwest Virginia.
