Coffeyville ended non-conference play with a thriller at Nellis Hall, but came up just short in a 90-87 loss to the NEO Norsemen.

 

The Ravens finish non-conference with a 3-2 record, with both of their losses being narrow defeats to nationally ranked teams. Assistant Coach Jordan Bailey says the team is frustrated, but encouraged.

 

NEO shot lights out, converting on 17 3-point shots over the course of the game, and were led by freshman Damarion Vann-Kelly with 39 points, which is the sixth most in a game in NEO history. Bailey says it's difficult to battle when a player is that locked in.

 

Coffeyville was led by Rashid Kuta, who finished with 26 points and seven rebounds on a perfect 11-11 shooting. Bailey says he's already become a crucial piece.

 

The Ravens open conference play on the road this week, battling the Fort Hays Tech NW Tigers on Thursday before taking on the Colby Trojans on Saturday.