Youngstown State Dominates Thiel in 103-52 Victory
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center
Youngstown State Penguins 103, Thiel Tomcats 52, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Thiel Tomcats vs Youngstown State Penguins?
Youngstown State Penguins beat Thiel Tomcats 103-52 at Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center on December 14, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Youngstown State Penguins defeated the Thiel Tomcats with a final score of 103-52. This victory underscores the Penguins' recent strong form, particularly at home, where they have maintained an impressive record of 4-0 this season. The game took place at the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center, showcasing the Penguins' ability to dominate on their home court.
Youngstown State entered the matchup with a season record of 7-4, riding a four-game winning streak. In their last ten games, they have posted a record of 6-4, with an average of 78.2 points scored per game, while allowing 70.0 points. Their recent form includes notable victories against teams such as the IU Indianapolis Jaguars, whom they defeated 78-55, and the Chicago State Cougars, where they won decisively with a score of 87-64. The Penguins' last five games have seen them average 72.6 points scored and 63.2 points allowed, reflecting a solid defensive effort alongside their offensive capabilities.
Conversely, Thiel has struggled this season, and their performance in this game highlighted their challenges. The Tomcats have not been able to find their rhythm, and this defeat adds to their difficulties. The scoring breakdown in the second half showed that Thiel managed only 6 points in the first 10 minutes, which significantly contributed to the widening gap in the score.
The matchup between these two teams was particularly noteworthy given their contrasting records and performances. Youngstown State's home advantage was evident, as they have consistently outperformed their opponents at the Zidian Family Arena. In contrast, Thiel's away record has not been as strong, which was evident in this game.
In terms of player contributions, Youngstown State displayed a well-rounded offensive attack, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. The Penguins' ability to maintain pressure and capitalize on Thiel's defensive lapses was crucial to their success. The scoring plays in the second half included a series of layups and jump shots that showcased their offensive depth.
The market had priced Youngstown State as the clear favorite, reflecting their strong home performance and recent winning streak. The odds indicated a high probability of a home win, which was validated by the final score. Conditions during the game were favorable for both teams, but Youngstown State's execution and strategy proved superior.
As fans look back on this game, they will remember Youngstown State's dominant display, characterized by aggressive offense and solid defense. The Penguins' ability to score efficiently while limiting their opponents will be key as they move forward in the season.
Leaders
- PointsCris Carroll17Youngstown State Penguins
- AssistsDrew King8Youngstown State Penguins
- ReboundsBryson Dawkins8Youngstown State Penguins
- PointsAnthony Henderson II15Thiel Tomcats
- AssistsJohn Morgan2Thiel Tomcats
- ReboundsKhamari Accursio-Harris6Thiel Tomcats
Recent form
Youngstown State Penguins
Last 10: 6-4Streak W478.2 scored · 70 allowed per game4-0 at home
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- W69-68vs Wright State RaidersDec 3
- W87-64vs Chicago State CougarsNov 28
- W67-61vs Georgia Southern EaglesNov 24
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- W90-81at Grand Canyon LopesNov 8
- L59-74at Pittsburgh PanthersNov 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Thiel Tomcats | Youngstown State Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-60 | 41-69 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 59 |
| Three-pointers | 3-10 | 13-31 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 42 |
| Free throws | 5-8 | 8-11 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 27 |
| Assists | 5 | 21 |
| Steals | 2 | 11 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 54 |
| Fouls | 7 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 53 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-51Khamari Accursio-Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half26-53Imanuel Zorgvol made Dunk. Assisted by Jason Nelson.
- 2nd Half27-53Kenny Ermat made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-53Kenny Ermat made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half30-53Das Sanders made Layup. Assisted by John Morgan.
- 2nd Half30-55Vlad Salaridze made Dunk.
- 2nd Half32-55John Morgan made Jumper.
- 2nd Half32-57Jason Nelson made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-60Cris Carroll made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Drew King.
- 2nd Half34-60Das Sanders made Jumper. Assisted by Kenny Ermat.
- 2nd Half34-63Vlad Salaridze made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Drew King.
- 2nd Half34-65Jaiden Haynes made Dunk.
- 2nd Half36-65Kenny Ermat made Layup. Assisted by Das Sanders.
- 2nd Half36-67Vlad Salaridze made Layup. Assisted by Cris Carroll.
- 2nd Half36-70Jason Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Drew King.
- 2nd Half36-72Tyler Robinett made Layup. Assisted by Bryson Dawkins.
- 2nd Half36-74Bryson Dawkins made Dunk. Assisted by Drew King.
- 2nd Half36-76Bryson Dawkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-78Drew King made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half38-78Anthony Henderson II made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-81Rich Rolf made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-81Isaiah Gonzalez made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-82Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-83Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-86Jaiden Haynes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Vlad Salaridze.
- 2nd Half40-87Shaheed Solebo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-88Shaheed Solebo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-88Zech Lilly made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-88Khamari Accursio-Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-91Jaiden Haynes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Derrick Anderson.
- 2nd Half44-93Shaheed Solebo made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-93Khamari Accursio-Harris made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half46-95Vlad Salaridze made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-95Zech Lilly made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half50-95John Morgan made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-97Derrick Anderson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-99Derrick Anderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-101Tyler Robinett made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half50-103Jaiden Haynes made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half52-103Kadenne Kemp made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Youngstown State Penguins, below favours Thiel Tomcats.
Venue
- Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly CenterYoungstown, OH
- Attendance1526
- OfficialsKevin Brill, John Floyd, Ed Phillips
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