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Undefeated Johnson County Rolls Past Cleveland, 83–58

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JCCC guard Layla Scott drains a 3-point basket.

Game Leaders

Cleveland Community College
Pts: Kari Lee - 17
Reb: Team - 9
Ast: Kari Lee - 3
Johnson County Community College
Pts: Layla Scott - 19
Reb: Makenna Jennings - 11
Ast: Jade Warren - 7

Team Stats

Cleveland Community College
Johnson County Community College

Field Goals

(21-65)
(31-69)

Field Goal %

32.3%
44.9%

Rebounds

30
57

Assists

9
16

Turnovers

8
13

Pts off Turnovers

13
6

2nd Chance Pts

4
14

Pts in the Paint

18
28

Fastbreak Pts

2
2

Bench Pts

10
26
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Posted: Mar 18, 2026

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — Top‑ranked and undefeated Johnson County Community College made a powerful statement Tuesday afternoon at the Tarlton Complex, rolling past Cleveland Community College 83–58 to advance in postseason play. The victory pushed the Cavaliers to 33–0, showcasing the depth, balance, and firepower that have defined their season.

Johnson County's offensive rhythm took hold early, but it was the second quarter surge that broke the game open. After leading 19–15 at the end of the first period, the Cavaliers erupted for 22 second‑quarter points, shooting a blistering 60 percent while holding the Yetis to just nine. That stretch pushed the margin to 41–24 at halftime, and Cleveland never recovered.

Sophomore guard Layla Scott powered the Cavaliers with 19 points, hitting four threes while adding five rebounds and three assists. Forward Makenna Jennings controlled the inside, delivering 7 points and 11 rebounds, including nine on the defensive glass, helping Johnson County dominate the boards 57–30.

The Cavaliers' depth proved overwhelming. Their bench poured in 26 points, led by Jade Warren, who contributed 8 points, 7 assists, and 2 steals in 20 minutes. Johnson County's interior presence was especially impactful, outscoring Cleveland 28–18 in the paint and grabbing 14 second‑chance points off 18 offensive rebounds.

Cleveland was paced by standout Kari Lee, who scored 17 points on 7‑of‑16 shooting while collecting four rebounds. De'Mya Phifer added 10 points with two made threes, and Jada Whitesides logged a full 40 minutes, finishing with 7 points and 5 rebounds. Despite their efforts, the Yetis struggled to find consistency, shooting just 32.3 percent from the field and managing only four second‑chance points.

Johnson County closed the game with authority, pouring in 27 points in the fourth quarter, their highest-scoring frame. The Cavaliers shot 61.1 percent over the final 10 minutes, extinguishing any hope of a Cleveland rally. All 13 Johnson County players who entered the game contributed, further showcasing the team's depth.

With the win, Johnson County continues its undefeated march, powered by a defense that held Cleveland to under 60 points and an offense that clicked at pivotal moments. The Cavaliers move one step closer to their postseason aspirations—still unbeaten, still unshaken, and still the team to beat.