Firebirds Face Mixed Results Against Delta College
The Kirtland Firebirds basketball teams had mixed results against Delta College on Saturday, January 11. While the Lady Firebirds fell 87-48, the men’s team secured a thrilling 78-75 victory, highlighted by sharp shooting and standout performances.
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kirtland Community College
1-7, 0-2
|
6 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 48 |
|
Delta College
4-9, 2-0
|
13 | 27 | 29 | 18 | 87 |
Team Stats
Delta College
| Game Statistics | Kirtland Community College | Delta College |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (19-69) | (36-82) |
| Field Goal % | 27.5% | 43.9% |
| Rebounds | 34 | 52 |
| Assists | 2 | 14 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 14 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 3 | 6 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 10 | 12 |
| Pts in the Paint | 24 | 42 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 22 | 36 |
The Lady Firebirds faced a tough game against Delta this past Saturday, January 11, falling 87-
48. Despite the loss, Lucy Hall led the Lady Firebirds with 14 points, followed by Alyssa Kiel,
who added 10. The team struggled offensively, shooting just 27.5% from the field for the game.
It was a challenging outing for the ladies, but they'll look to regroup and bounce back in their
The next matchup against Alpena Community College will be on January 15.
In an exciting and hard-fought game, the Men's Firebirds secured a narrow 78-75 victory against
Delta Community College. Javion Sims led the charge with 19 points, while Wesley Saint Juste
contributed 17. The Firebirds were outstanding from beyond the arc, shooting an impressive
51.9% from the three-point line, which proved to be the difference-maker in the game. It was a
thrilling win for the team, showcasing their shooting prowess and determination. The Firebirds
look towards their next opponent, the Alpena Community College Lumber Jacks, on January 15.