ADVANCES WITH MOMENTUM
Fort Scott, KS – Fort Scott Community College closed a pivotal week with three consecutive victories, capped by a 65–62 win over Allen County on Saturday, continuing a late-season surge that has the Greyhounds playing their best basketball of the year.
Fort Scott opened the week with a 76–63 home win over Kansas City Kansas Community College. Hollis led the way with 16 points and seven assists, while Hastings added 22 points, including four three-pointers. The Greyhounds shot 48 percent from the field and 50 percent from beyond the arc. Fort Scott controlled both halves, leading 38–31 at halftime and maintaining its advantage throughout. Miles McMonigle contributed 11 points off the bench.
Head Coach Matt Glover praised the team’s effort and unity throughout the run.
“Our guys came to play; they’ve come together and done this all year. We’re built different!” Glover said.
On March 6, Fort Scott handed Johnson County a rare defeat, pulling away in the second half for a 73–61 upset. Hastings delivered another standout performance with 26 points and five three-pointers. Jadyn Hollis added 14 points, and Noah Porter scored 13 on efficient 5-of-7 shooting. The Greyhounds overcame a 34–32 halftime deficit by outscoring the Cavaliers 41–27 after the break. Defensively, Fort Scott limited Johnson County to just 1-of-21 shooting from three-point range.
Assistant Coach Caleb Ligon said the team’s chemistry and resilience have been key to the recent success.
“The guys played a phenomenal game; this is a testament to them. We’ve been through the heart of it, through ups and downs, and they’ve stayed together. The chemistry is probably the best I’ve ever been around, we’re just fighting for another chance to play together,” Ligon said.
The Greyhounds completed the three-game stretch on March 7 with a hard-fought 65–62 victory over Allen County. Makaen Hastings once again led the way with 23 points, knocking down three three-pointers and going a perfect 2-for-2 at the line. Fort Scott built a 31–22 halftime lead and held off a late push from Allen County to secure the win. J’Twane Mike added seven points and dominated the glass with 13 rebounds, while Miles McMonigle chipped in nine points off the bench. Fort Scott finished the game 23-of-57 from the field.
Assistant Coach Dominick Budy said the team’s response to adversity during the season helped prepare them for this moment.
“This game showed a lot about our team. We faced adversity through the middle of conference, but our guys battled and showed what they’re about,” Budy said.
Fort Scott, now 18–14, has produced one of its strongest stretches of the season, highlighted by balanced scoring, improved three-point shooting, and consistent defensive pressure. Hastings averaged more than 23 points across the three wins, while Hollis directed the offense with 16 total assists during the stretch.
Sophomore guard Jaylen Calloway reflected on the journey the team has taken this season and the opportunity that still lies ahead.
“I want to speak on the whole season. We had a lot of rainy days, but our thing as a team is to not let the rainy days turn into floods. God believed in us and we earned another day to compete. We plan to keep proving why we deserve to be here. Go Hounds!” Calloway said.
With the three-game winning streak, the Greyhounds advance further into the Region VI postseason and will await their next tournament opponent.