Blue Jays Secure First Win of the Season Against Caltech

Blue Jays Secure First Win of the Season Against Caltech

12/17/2014 Pasadena, CA- The Westminster Blue Jays earned their first victory of the season with a 62-51 win over Caltech on December 17, 2024, at Braun Gymnasium in Pasadena, California. A balanced team effort, featuring contributions from both starters and reserves, propelled the Blue Jays to their first win under first-year head coach.

Westminster established a three-point lead at halftime, heading to the locker room up 29-26, before extending the gap in the second half with solid defense and timely scoring. The Blue Jays shot an efficient 48% from the field and shared the ball effectively, recording 17 assists as a team.

Ben Eberlin led the charge for Westminster with 11 points on 5-of-7 shooting, while Kolton Garner came off the bench to add 13 points, including two three-pointers. Luke Abeln contributed eight points and pulled down a team-high eight rebounds, anchoring Westminster's presence on the boards. Walker Gohring facilitated the offense with eight assists, ensuring consistent ball movement throughout the game.

On the defensive end, Westminster limited Caltech to just 33.3% shooting from the field and forced 10 turnovers. The Blue Jays also capitalized on their free-throw opportunities, converting 71.4% from the line.