Pitt‑Greensburg Bobcats (22‑4, 13‑3 AMCC) vs Penn State Behrend Lions (19‑6, 15‑1 AMCC)
February 28 • Junker Center • 5 PM

The stage is set for a heavyweight showdown in Erie as Pitt‑Greensburg and Penn State Behrend meet for the 2026 AMCC Men's Basketball Championship. With an NCAA Tournament berth on the line, two of the league's top programs—both battle‑tested and carrying elite talent—square off for the conference crown.

Key Storylines

1. A Collision of AMCC Powerhouses

This year's title game features the conference's most complete teams:

• Behrend, the AMCC regular‑season champion at 15‑1, has imposed its will all season with efficient offense and shutdown defense.
• UPG, owners of a stellar 22‑4 record, has shown remarkable consistency and resilience, especially in late‑season play.

2. Season Series Split: The Perfect Setup

Neither team holds bragging rights entering the final.

• At Behrend, the Lions won 72‑66, powered by Nate Edwards' 18 points, while UPG saw Rozich, Byer, and Keffer all score 15+.
• In Greensburg, the Bobcats responded with a 67‑55 victory behind Trent Rozich's 18, while Dunkle led the Lions with 15.

Both games were decided by double digits, but each team defended its home floor. This neutral‑site clash breaks the tie.

3. Semifinal Dominance on Both Sides

Both finalists arrive in top form:

• Pitt‑Greensburg rolled past La Roche 82‑65, led by Matthew Marinchak (23) and Trent Rozich (22).
• Penn State Behrend overpowered Hilbert 75‑55, with Jacob Dunkle (23) and Matthew McDonough (21) leading the charge.

Momentum is real—and both teams have it.

 Players to Watch

Pitt‑Greensburg Bobcats

• Matthew Marinchak – Coming off a 23‑point semifinal explosion, he enters the final as one of the game's most dangerous scorers.
• Trent Rozich – A reliable big‑game performer who led UPG in both the semifinal and one of the regular‑season showdowns against Behrend.
• Jackson Byer & Ty Keffer – Key complementary scoring threats who elevate UPG's offensive versatility.

Penn State Behrend Lions

• Jacob Dunkle – Fresh off a 23‑point semifinal performance and a consistent force inside and out.
• Matthew McDonough – Another 20‑point semifinal scorer who gives Behrend a reliable second option.
• Nate Edwards – The difference-maker in the teams' first meeting, capable of swinging momentum with his scoring efficiency.