Cincinnati Bearcats Win Crosstown Shootout

In a thrilling week of college basketball, the Central Washington Wildcats narrowly lost to Northwest Missouri State 83-80, despite a late-game surge led by Holden, who scored three consecutive three-pointers. Meanwhile, the Central Arkansas Bears achieved a hard-fought 73-71 victory over The Citadel, with freshman Layne Taylor scoring 21 points and showcasing resilience under pressure. Cincinnati's men's basketball team moved up to No. 19 in the AP Top 25 after winning the Crosstown Shootout against rival Xavier, while the women's team also claimed victory in the same rivalry matchup, defeating Xavier 60-48. The Binghamton Bearcats secured their fourth consecutive win, dominating Lancaster Bible College 85-60, but Coach Levell Sanders noted room for improvement in their performance. Cincinnati's women's team has extended its Crosstown Shootout winning streak to four out of five games, with a standout performance from a local player contributing significantly to their success. As teams prepare for upcoming conference matches, their recent performances serve as critical momentum.