KENT, Ohio — In a commanding performance, VonCameron Davis tallied 17 points as Kent State secured an 82-57 win over Mercyhurst on Sunday night.

Davis showcased his shooting ability by going 5 of 9 from the field, hitting 2 of 5 from beyond the arc, and converting 5 of 8 free throws for the Golden Flashes (8-2). Teammate Cli’Ron Hornbeak also made a significant contribution, recording 15 points alongside six rebounds. Marquis Barnett added 15 points as well, displaying solid efficiency with a shooting line of 4 for 10 overall, while being perfect from the charity stripe with 7 for 7.

On the side of Mercyhurst (6-7), Jeff Planutis was the standout performer with 16 points, followed closely by Aidan Reichert who contributed 12 points. Jake Lemelman also made his presence felt, scoring 11 points and registering two steals.

The Golden Flashes established early dominance, taking the lead just 58 seconds into the first half and maintaining that advantage throughout the game. Barnett was instrumental in the first half, leading his team with nine points, which helped Kent State to a 36-24 edge at halftime. In the second half, Kent State mounted a significant 10-0 run, extending their lead from nine to 19 points. They outperformed Mercyhurst by 13 points during that half, with Jalen Sullinger stepping up as the top scorer for his team with 13 points in the latter frame.

Overall, Kent State’s balanced offensive effort and strong defense paved the way for a comfortable victory, highlighting their capabilities heading further into the season.