Stanton Captures Needed Win

FULLERTON, CA — The Stanton University Elks defeated the Bethesda University Lion Angels 90-82 on Saturday night, December 13, 2025, in a high-scoring contest that was originally postponed earlier this month. The Elks' balanced offense was the key to securing the victory.

Stanton Key Player Statistics

Stanton's victory was fueled by five players scoring in double-digits, showcasing a deep and balanced attack:

• Nigel McKay led the Elks with 19 points, shooting an impressive 7-of-8 from the field and 2-of-3 from beyond the arc. He also contributed 5 rebounds and 4 assists.

• Jovanni Tapia was a force, tallying 16 points along with 8 rebounds and 3 assists. He was efficient at the free-throw line, going 7-of-8. Tapia was assessed the game's only technical foul.

• Duje Srzic was highly productive in 20 minutes, contributing 12 points and tying for the team high with 8 rebounds.

• Rafael Gomez added 11 points and 8 rebounds.

• Off the bench, Yasuhide Hino provided a critical spark, adding 11 points on 4-of-8 shooting in just 11 minutes.

• Jermaine Patton Jr. also reached double figures with 10 points.

Stanton Team Totals

The Elks established a 49-42 advantage at halftime and managed to hold off the Lion Angels in the second half for the 90-82 win.

The team's success was largely attributed to their aggressive play, leading to an overwhelming advantage at the charity stripe:

• Field Goals: Stanton shot 28-of-55 from the field (50.9%).

• Three-Pointers: The Elks hit 6-of-17 attempts from deep (35.3%).

• Free Throws: Stanton was highly successful, making 28-of-41 free throws (68.3%). This accounted for nearly one-third of their total points.

• Rebounds & Assists: Stanton outrebounded Bethesda 39-36 and had 14 total assists.

• Defense: They recorded 8 steals and 4 blocks.