Brooklyn, N.Y. (11/18/25) – Brooklyn College used a strong start to hold up in a 78-61 win over Kean University on Tuesday night.

HOW IT HAPPENED:

The Bulldogs (3-0) jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead in the first five minutes of action, aided by eight turnovers.

The Cougars (0-2) were able to trim the deficit back to single digits early in the second quarter as Dacia Mack nailed a three-pointer (28-21), but Brooklyn responded with another 14-0 run to put the game out of reach.

The Bulldogs maintained a comfortable double-digit lead for the remainder of the contest.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

Maya Edwards led the squad with 18 points while Erika Mercedes added 14 points, nine assists and seven rebounds.  Makaila Desire finished the night with 15 points.

UP NEXT:

Kean travels to Maryland for the Governors Challenge and will face Immaculata University on Saturday.