Queens, NY – The Vaughn College Phoenix were edged out by Touro College, 72-69, on January 26th in a hard-fought game that saw Vaughn rally in the second half but ultimately fall short. Despite strong performances from Nathaniel Edwards and Cedric Green, the Phoenix couldn't overcome a slow start and Touro's first-half performance.

How It Happened:

Vaughn struggled in the first half, trailing 48-40 at the break. Touro College's offense was led by Andrew, who scored 22 points, and Cameron, who added 16 points. The visitors shot 41% from the field (28-69) and 29% from three-point range (7-24), taking advantage of Vaughn's defensive lapses and building a commanding lead.

In the second half, Vaughn mounted a comeback, outscoring Touro 29-24. However, their early struggles left them too much ground to make up. Vaughn finished the game shooting 40% from the field (28-70) and 35% from three-point range (8-23), but they couldn't hit enough shots when it mattered most.

Key Performances:

Nathaniel Edwards led the charge for Vaughn, finishing with 21 points and 5 rebounds, including 2 three-pointers. His second-half scoring kept the Phoenix within striking distance.

Cedric Green added 11 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists, contributing on both ends of the floor.

Key Contributors:

Jose Melendez scored 12 points and added 1 assist. His outside shooting was a key factor in keeping Vaughn within range throughout the game.

Joshua Waithe contributed 8 points and 5 rebounds, providing a solid presence for Vaughn.

Team Stats:

Vaughn finished the game shooting 40% from the field (28-70) and 35% from three-point range (8-23). They made 63% of their free throws (5-8), but struggled to convert enough offensive opportunities. The Phoenix also grabbed 39 rebounds and recorded 16 assists.

Next Up:
Vaughn will look to bounce back from this tough loss as they prepare for their second meeting vs. BACE on February 1st.