The Bethel Pilots were defeated 92-80 by the College of the Ozarks in their first game of the NCCAA National Tournament. Colin Comer led the team with 22 points, showcasing his shooting accuracy with 56% from the field and 57% from three-point range. Beau Jacquay contributed significantly with 19 points, while Al Peciulis dominated the boards with nine rebounds. The game was tightly contested, with multiple lead changes throughout, but ultimately, the Pilots couldn't close the gap in the second half.

By the Numbers
  • Colin Comer scored 22 points, shooting 56% from the field (9-16).
  • Bethel Pilots had 24 wins this season against 9 losses (24-9, 12-6).
State of Play
  • Bethel Pilots will next face the No. 5 Ohio Christian University Trailblazers on March 19 at 11:15 EST.
  • The Pilots are the No. 1 seed in the tournament and aim to reclaim their title from 2023.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Pilots need to adjust their strategies to overcome the Trailblazers in the next round if they wish to advance further in the tournament.

Bottom Line

The Pilots must capitalize on their strengths and improve defensive coordination to succeed in their next matchup, as they aim to continue their championship pursuit.