Ruffolo drops 30 as men’s basketball takes down No. 14 Lincoln Memorial
By James Beagle
Junior guard Anthony Ruffolo delivered a dominant performance Saturday night, leading Cedarville to an 85-82 victory over Lincoln Memorial University. His totals of 30 points, six assists and seven rebounds led all players on either side.
The Jackets started slow against LMU, which came into the matchup ranked No. 14 in Division II. The Railsplitters jumped out to an early nine-point lead due to their dominant interior defense, which forced multiple turnovers by the ...
Men’s basketball wins home opener in blowout; new faces join the Jackets
By Danielle Cherry
Nine new faces joined the ranks of the Jackets as the men’s basketball season tipped off with their home opener against Wright State Lake. Returners and newbies played side-by-side, destroying the Lakers 101-53, showcasing the Jackets' potential to the anticipatory fans.
Head coach Rob Jones came out with a mission: to integrate new faces onto the court. Throughout the night, four or five players would be subbed in and out, mostly comprised of the new recruits.&n...
Men’s basketball focuses on growth for 2025-26 season
By Emily Tuttle
Last season, the Cedarville men’s basketball team experienced a whirlwind playoff journey. After upsetting the No. 1 team in the conference toward the end of the regular season, the Jackets carried that momentum into the playoffs, defeating Findlay once again.
But in the next round of the GMAC tournament, against Thomas More, a series of unfortunate events sent the game to overtime, then a strange call led to a one-point loss.
“That's an experience that can ...
Cedarville beats Ashland in an exciting comeback
By Danielle Cherry
On Feb. 22, Cedarville’s packed gymnasium roared as the seniors walked across the court, being recognized for their dedication to Yellow Jackets’ basketball. A back-and-forth game ensued, but Cedarville’s teamwork and intensity won them a lively comeback for all 2,263 spectators, leaving Ashland in the dust 81-69.
“What an amazing crowd,” coach Rob Jones said. “I'm so happy for the seniors to be recognized on a day like this and then to have such a ...
MBB vs Walsh Photo Gallery
The Cedarville men’s basketball team narrowly fell in a heartbreaking loss to Walsh University on Feb. 20, 80-79, with the game teetering until the final seconds. The university’s Gold Rush game brought out 812 fans, with the first 750 receiving a free gold shirt to support the Jackets.
After a slower start in the first, the Jackets let their opponent gain a 13-point lead, which they struggled to grapple back from the rest of the game. The Cavaliers shot 53% from three in the first ...
Cedarville falls victim to Lake Erie’s “Storm” in 23-point loss
By Emily Tuttle
The Lake Erie Storm stepped onto the Cedarville University basketball court, ready to wreak havoc on the Jackets for a full 40 minutes. The Storm’s frenetic pace and unrelenting full-court press caught the Jackets in their whirlwind on February 8, where Cedarville fell to Lake Erie 74-51.
Head Coach Rob Jones knew Lake Erie’s style of play was unique: fast-paced, tenacious and, unfortunately, efficient. In a one-day turnaround from their loss to Ashland, the Jackets...
Cedarville precision and aggression sweep the floor with Hillsdale
By Danielle Cherry
Coming off of a streak of losses, the Cedarville men’s basketball team hoped to grab a win against Hillsdale on January 30. Through a physically aggressive game, their precise teamwork and communication allowed the Jackets to sweep the floor with the Chargers: 81-65.
From the start, Cedarville got out to an early lead. With only 10 seconds left on the shot clock, the Jackets struggled to get off a shot. But this was only a tactic. Weaving in and out of the defense, ...
Yellow Jackets encounter stinging defeat against Ohio Dominican Panthers
By Lauren Vargas
The Cedarville’s men’s basketball fan base walked away a little less confident this past Thursday, January 23, as, in a devastating turn of events, their team fell to the Ohio Dominican Panthers 68-51.
Both teams started strong, and fans knew an exciting game was afoot. Ohio Dominican ramped up their energy and pace within the first few minutes of the game and quickly sank multiple consecutive baskets.
The Jackets, not wanting to be outdone, swept in with three-...
Missed Opportunities: Cedarville falls to Malone in a nail-biter
By Emily Tuttle
Fighting back and forth with only seconds remaining, Cedarville utilized their timeouts to draw up plays and substitute the right player for each scenario. Their game plan was intact, but their failure to secure defensive rebounds allowed this plan to slip out of their fingers on a night when Cedarville narrowly fell to Malone University, 59-57.
The Cedarville Men’s Basketball team (7-5) lost a physical battle to Malone (5-8) despite holding the lead for over half the ...
Cedarville wins against Central State despite injuries
By Danielle Cherry
The crowd was wound up as the pep band’s music rattled the seats, and deep base pierced every moment. The Cedarville men’s basketball team lined up to play against Central State on November 23. Despite a vital team member getting injured, the Jackets won the game 89-73.
The Jackets focused on defense, pressing against the Marauders, not giving them room to get to the hoop. The coaches yelled excitedly as the Yellow Jackets whittled away Central States’ time ...
