The Bryan College men's basketball team delivered a strong home performance, defeating Columbia (SC) 75-60 in an Appalachian Athletic Conference matchup on January 13, 2025, at Summers Gymnasium.

Key Performances:

• Dalen Gales led the Lions with 20 points, going 7-for-12 from the field and adding 5-for-8 from the free-throw line.
• Josh Baugher showcased his all-around play with 8 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 assists while contributing defensively with 2 steals and 2 blocks.
• Ian Johnson added 13 points, including 3-for-6 from beyond the arc, and chipped in with 2 assists and a steal.

Game Highlights:

• Bryan set the tone early, taking a 39-24 lead into halftime thanks to 50% shooting in the opening period.
• The Lions' defense held Columbia to 37.3% shooting for the game, including just 23.1% from three-point range.
• Bryan's ball movement was on full display, resulting in 20 team assists compared to Columbia's 13.

Team Stats:

• Bryan shot 48.3% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range.
• The Lions outscored Columbia 26-18 in the paint, using their interior presence to maintain control.
• Despite being outrebounded 33-28, Bryan capitalized on 13 Columbia turnovers, scoring 10 points off those opportunities.

Next Game: The Lions (11-4, 9-1 AAC) will aim to build on their momentum as they head into their next conference game in Athens, TN Wednesday January 15th vs. Tennessee Wesleayan.