MBB | Kodiaks look to defend home turf against SAIT Trojans

February 2, 2024 - Kodiaks fall to the Trojans 

The Trojans stormed out of the gates, establishing an early lead and asserting their dominance over the Kodiaks. Despite a valiant effort from the Kodiaks to narrow the gap, led by #21 Declan Peterson's 7 points, the Trojans maintained control. Trojans' #24 Kuol Kuol splashed 4 points. As the quarter drew to a close, the Trojans held firm, finishing with a 24-14 lead.

The Kodiaks mounted a comeback, determined to close the deficit, but the Trojans responded with resilience, stretching their lead once again. Stellar play from Trojans' #0 Marcus Masters and Kodiaks' #3 Mason Hoffman kept the game competitive, but the Trojans remained in control. The quarter concluded with the Trojans still ahead, 46-39.

The Trojans wasted no time asserting their dominance in the third quarter, led by a thunderous dunk from #Will Tong. Despite the Kodiaks' efforts to claw their way back into a tied score, the Trojans maintained their lead. The Trojans ended the quarter with a 64-59 advantage.

With the game on the line, the Kodiaks fought tooth and nail to narrow the gap, led by #7 Filip Karanovic's impressive 19 overall points. However, the Trojans' #9 Akoi Yuot rose to the occasion, delivering a stellar performance with 27 total points. Despite a late surge from the Kodiaks, the Trojans held on to their lead, ultimately emerging victorious with a final score of 86-81, in a thrilling conclusion to a hard-fought contest.

Players of the Games|

Trojans |#0 Marcus Masters

Kodiaks |#03 Mason Hoffman