Gogebic Community College vs. Rochester Community and Technical College
Final Score: Gogebic 79, RCTC 74
Date: November 21, 2025

In a tightly contested matchup at Rochester, Gogebic Community College (4-4) edged out Rochester Community and Technical College (1-4) by a score of 79-74. Both teams battled through two competitive halves, with Gogebic holding a slim 36-34 lead at halftime before outscoring RCTC 43-40 in the second half to secure the win.

First Half:
The opening 20 minutes were a back-and-forth affair. Gogebic leaned on balanced scoring from its starters, with Bryce Budney and Ben Salkauskas combining for key buckets. Budney's inside presence and Salkauskas' ability to get to the line helped Gogebic maintain a slight edge. RCTC countered with Julian Carter, who began his dominant night early, scoring efficiently and attacking the rim. At the break, Gogebic led 36-34, setting the stage for the second half.

Second Half:
The intensity ramped up after halftime. Gogebic's depth proved crucial, as reserves like Jordon Spicer delivered big minutes, scoring 13 points and dishing out six assists while adding six steals defensively. Budney continued his strong play, finishing with a team-high 16 points on 6-of-13 shooting. Salkauskas chipped in 13 points, while Caden Luoma added 12, including two timely three-pointers. Gogebic shot 40.9% from the field and knocked down seven threes, though their 25.9% clip from deep left room for improvement. Free throws were a difference-maker, as Gogebic converted 18-of-25 (72%).

RCTC fought throughout behind Carter's stellar performance. The Yellowjacket guard poured in a game-high 27 points on 8-of-18 shooting, including 9-of-10 from the stripe. He also contributed defensively with two blocks and a steal. Armoni Dishinger-Harris provided a spark off the bench with 12 points, while Tycen Vig controlled the glass, grabbing 10 rebounds to go with nine points. Despite shooting a better overall percentage (47.2%) and hitting six threes at a 35.3% clip, RCTC was undone by turnovers, committing 20 compared to Gogebic's 10. Those extra possessions proved costly down the stretch.

Key Stats:

• Gogebic: 33 rebounds, 16 assists, 11 steals, 79 points
• RCTC: 32 rebounds, 17 assists, 20 turnovers, 74 points
• Free Throws: Gogebic 18-25 (72%), RCTC 18-24 (75%)

The Jackets will be right back on their home floor on Saturday as they take on the Raiders of Central Lakes at 2:00pm.