Box Score
BROOKLYN, NY – The Valley Forge Patriots earned their first win of the 2025-26 season in emphatic fashion, overwhelming the Medgar Evers Cougars 90-68 on Monday night at the Cougars Cave in Brooklyn.
The Patriots (1-1) never trailed in the contest, jumping out to a commanding 46-29 halftime lead and maintaining control throughout the second half to secure the 22-point road victory.
REECE LEADS THE CHARGE
Isaiah Reece was unstoppable, pouring in a game-high 21 points on an efficient 10-14 shooting performance. Reece also contributed three rebounds, two assists, and three steals while playing just 24 minutes in the balanced effort.
BALANCED SCORING ATTACK
The Patriots showcased their offensive depth with four players scoring in double figures:
Dowdie's double-digit assist performance orchestrated the Patriots' offense, which shot an impressive 52.9% from the field and 52.6% from three-point range.
DOMINANT FIRST HALF SETS THE STAGE
Valley Forge came out firing in the first half, shooting 57.6% from the field while holding Medgar Evers to just 40.6%. The Patriots' 17-point halftime advantage proved insurmountable as they controlled the paint (50 points) and capitalized on turnovers (23 points off turnovers).
BY THE NUMBERS
- Field Goal Percentage: 52.9% (36-68)
- Three-Point Shooting: 52.6% (10-19)
- Points in the Paint: 50
- Bench Points: 31
- Largest Lead: 26 points
William Lawder added 7 points and a team-high 10 rebounds, anchoring the Patriots' 46-33 rebounding advantage.
Final Score: Valley Forge 90, Medgar Evers 68
Location: Cougars Cave, Brooklyn, NY
Attendance: 150
Records: Valley Forge (1-1), Medgar Evers (0-3)
