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The Pitt‑Greensburg Bobcats return to the road Saturday afternoon as they visit the Alfred State Pioneers in an AMCC matchup at Orvis Gymnasium. Tip-off is set for 3 p.m. in Alfred, New York.
Bobcats Looking to Bounce Back
Pitt‑Greensburg enters the contest at 14‑3 overall and 6‑2 in AMCC play, coming off a tightly contested 80‑77 loss at La Roche on Wednesday. Despite the setback, the Bobcats showed resilience throughout the night, led by Jackson Byer's 23 points. Trent Rozich continued his strong season with his fourth double‑double, finishing with 19 points and 11 rebounds.
One of the biggest strengths for Pitt‑Greensburg has been its balanced scoring attack. All five starters are averaging double figures, with Rozich pacing the team at 16.2 points per game, followed by Byer (14.7), Matthew Marinchak (13.4), Ty Keffer (10.2), and Michael Bigley (10.0). That depth has made the Bobcats a difficult matchup on a nightly basis in conference play.
Alfred State Seeking a Response at Home
Alfred State comes into Saturday's contest with a 5‑12 overall record and 3‑5 mark in the AMCC. The Pioneers are looking to respond after an 81‑53 loss to Hilbert on Thursday. In that game, Darius Cunningham Jr. led Alfred State with 14 points.
Offensively, the Pioneers rely heavily on Mykell Lawson, who leads the team at 18.4 points per game, with Cunningham Jr. contributing 15.4 points per contest. Alfred State's ability to establish its scoring early will be a key factor as it looks to slow a Pitt‑Greensburg team that thrives in transition and from the perimeter.
Familiar Foes: First Meeting Favors Bobcats
Saturday marks the second meeting of the season between the two teams. In their first matchup, Pitt‑Greensburg earned a commanding 91‑61 victory on its home floor. Marinchak exploded for 28 points, knocking down 6‑of‑10 from three‑point range, while Rozich also recorded a double‑double in the win. For Alfred State, Lawson scored 20 points, including five three‑pointers, accounting for a significant portion of the Pioneers' offense.
While the Bobcats will look to replicate that performance, Alfred State will aim to use its home court to keep the game tighter this time around.
Key Storylines to Watch
- Balanced Offense vs. Star Power: Pitt‑Greensburg's depth and five‑man scoring balance will be tested against an Alfred State team that leans on Lawson and Cunningham Jr. for production.
- Response Game for the Bobcats: After a narrow road loss, Pitt‑Greensburg looks to rebound quickly and stay near the top of the AMCC standings.
- Home Court Factor: Alfred State will attempt to slow the pace and feed off energy in Orvis Gymnasium to turn the tables in the season series.
