(Peru, Neb.)- The Peru State Men's Basketball Team clinched an 80-72 victory over the Clarke Pride on Saturday Afternoon in their last game of the regular season. The Bobcats tied for the most conference wins in school history with 17. 

The game kicked off with Clarke gaining an early advantage, but the Bobcats, unfazed by the challenging start, rallied back strong. By halftime, Peru State had turned the tables, leading 37-31, thanks to a significant dunk by Aaron Miller. The second half saw the Bobcats enhancing their lead, with key plays, including a late 3-pointer by Donzell Johnson that solidified a 10-point lead with just 18 seconds to go, ultimately sealing the win for the Bobcats 

Devin Tomlinson was a notable performer, with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Aaron Miller also made a substantial contribution with 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Carlos Hines was pivotal with 12 points, 6 assists, and 11 rebounds, leading in multiple categories.  

Next: The Bobcats will host their quarterfinals game against the Grand View Vikings on Wednesday, February 24th at 7:00pm.