The N.C. Central Eagles gave their fans something to celebrate on November 25 with an electrifying 91-36 win over the Carolina University Bruins. It was a night to remember at McDougald-McLendon Arena as the Eagles earned their first home win of the season in a performance that showcased their depth, defense, and camaraderie.
The game started with a brief glimmer of hope for the Bruins, who scored the opening points. But once the Eagles took the lead at 7-5, there was no looking back. By the eight-minute mark in the first half, the Bruins were hanging on, trailing by only nine points. However, NCCU exploded to end the half up 43-21, and the second half turned into a full-on Eagles clinic.
The defense locked in, holding Carolina to a mere five points in the second half while NCCU racked up 47 of their own. The Eagles forced an astounding 24 turnovers, converting those into 41 points. On the flip side, they only turned the ball over seven times—a major focus for Head Coach LeVelle Moton this season.
What made the victory even sweeter was seeing every Eagle who stepped on the court contribute to the scoring column. Four players finished with double digits, and the blowout gave valuable playing time to those typically on the bench or returning from injury. The highlight? The return of fan favorite Caleb Ellison, who played his first game of the season.
As Ellison stepped onto the court, the entire team erupted with cheers, celebrating their teammate’s long-awaited moment. Head Coach Moton, ever the players’ coach, summed it up perfectly: “They like each other, you know. They’re good kids that love each other. The guys just reciprocated the love that he shows them because he sits over there and cheers them on day in and day out. It was refreshing for them to return the favor.”
The resounding victory moved NCCU to 2-6 on the season and provided a much-needed morale boost as they prepare to face Virginia-Lynchburg. While the road ahead is long, the Eagles proved they have the grit and chemistry to rise to the occasion. For now, fans can savor the taste of this commanding home win and the promise of more to come.
