SMCC got its boys basketball season started with a 50-40 victory over Bedford tonight.
I was surprised that SMCC coach Ray Lauwers was so disappointed with the performance of his squad, considering that the Falcons graduated 11 seniors from last year’s 15-7 team. But Lauwers feels his guys are capable of playing much better.
I am sure that they will play much better. There were some bright spots against Bedford. Seniors Todd Walters and Kurt Lehmann led the way as expected with 16 points each, Josh Arnold should be solid inside and sophomore Keenan Wetzel stands nearly 6-4 but is able to play guard. He hit a big 3-pointer in the fourth quarter.
Bedford also had some nice moments. Ricky Rightnowar should be one of the top shooters in the Region, Austin Mack and Matt Drew battled hard inside, Joe Martin had a steady game at the point and Michael Wolcott showed athleticism off the bench.