Bryant & Stratton Buffalo Defeats Penn State Shenango to Open 2025 Kickoff Classic

BUFFALO, NY — The Bryant & Stratton Buffalo women's basketball team opened the 2025 Kickoff Classic with a strong all-around performance, defeating Penn State Shenango 64–39 Saturday afternoon at the Burt Flickinger Athletic Center.

The Bobcats (1–0) used relentless defense and dominance on the boards to take control early and never look back. Bryant & Stratton outrebounded Shenango 55–52 overall, including 25 offensive rebounds that fueled a steady attack throughout the game.

Junior Jordyn Cooper-Best led the way with an efficient and commanding performance, tallying 22 points on 10-of-15 shooting, along with six rebounds, four assists, and six steals. Her energy on both ends set the tone as the Bobcats built a lead that steadily grew over the final three quarters.

Sophomore forward Chelsea Johnson was a force in the paint, finishing with a double-double of 10 points and 15 rebounds, including seven on the offensive end. Kortnee Smith added another strong interior presence with 8 points and 11 rebounds, giving the Bobcats multiple second-chance opportunities.

The Bobcats' defense was equally effective, forcing 36 Shenango turnovers and converting them into transition chances. Buffalo held Penn State Shenango to 24 percent shooting from the field and just five made three-pointers on 23 attempts.

In addition to Cooper-Best's standout effort, Zyaire Hartfield chipped in 8 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 steals, while Iyanna King provided valuable minutes off the bench with 4 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists.

For Penn State Shenango, Gabrielle King led the way with 16 points and 9 rebounds, while Kylie Krupp added 10 points off the bench.

The win marks a strong start for Bryant & Stratton Buffalo as they continue the weekend tournament at the Flickinger Center. The Bobcats return to action Sunday afternoon against Fisher.