Northeastern Junior College Plainsmen Triumph Over Eastern Wyoming Lancers

On December 2, 2025, the Northeastern Junior College Plainsmen secured a significant 78-64 victory against the Eastern Wyoming Lancers at the Bank of Colorado Event Center. This non-conference region basketball game highlighted the Plainsmen's strategic play and key performances from several players. The game started competitively, with both teams exchanging leads. By halftime, the Plainsmen had built a 7-point lead with the scoreboard reading 41-34. Top point scorers for Northeastern were instrumental; DDC Player of the Game Ethan Carter scored 24 points, and Dodge Davis contributed 21 points and dominated with 12 rebounds, marking him as the top rebound leader. Brady Greene added 8 points to the total. Chase Manzani led the assists for Northeastern, significantly impacting the Plainsmen's offensive flow by contributing 10 assists, alongside Jakobe Jones who added 3. Defensively, Dodge Davis was also noted for his 2 steals during the game. The teamwork and strategic plays led the Plainsmen to maintain their lead and finish the game at 78-64. Post-game, Chase Manzani reflected on the team's performance, stating, 'It wasn't always the prettiest but we continued to battle and came out with the win.' The Plainsmen are now looking forward to their next challenge, a game against Northwest on December 5, 2025, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. This game will be crucial as the Northeastern Junior College Plainsmen aim to improve their current season record of 5-4.