OCC Men's Basketball Starts 2023 With 67-57 Win Versus Camden County College

Toms River, NJ - OCC Men's Basketball earned their 7th win of the season in a 67-57 defeat of the visiting Cougars of Camden County College on Monday (1/9). The victory marked Ocean's 4th in their last 5 games.

OCC sophomore Josh Kline led the team's scoring effort with 22 points tonight, along with 15 rebounds, 5 assists, and 5 steals. Kline is currently the national leader in steals per game (5), 5th in assists per game (6.2), and ranks 8th nationally in points per game (21.5). Sophomore Ethan Paul had a similarly explosive outing, scoring 16 points on the evening and pulling down 11 rebounds. Ethan ranks 11th nationally in points per game (20.8) and 16th in rebounds per game (10.2). Freshman Cristian Corcione struck in crucial moments, scoring 11 points in a game the Vikings led by 19 at the half, while Channing Williams was aggressive in the paint, grabbing 10 rebounds and scoring 7 points in a strong team effort.

"Our defense was the key to victory," recounted OCC Men's Basketball Head Coach Patrick Boylan. "On a night where we really struggled shooting the ball, our defense allowed us to build a big lead in the first half, which we were able to hold on to. Kline was outstanding with 22 and 15, and Corcione made a great contribution running our offense as well."

The Vikings return to action on Thursday, January 12, when they head to Salem Community College for a 6 P.M. Region 19 matchup versus the Mighty Oaks.