HOLLAND, MICH. – The Adrian College men's basketball team battled hard on the road but ultimately fell short in a competitive MIAA matchup against Hope College, 61-53.

The Bulldogs fought relentlessly throughout the first half, keeping the game within reach and heading into halftime trailing by just two points. Senior Nick Seifert led the charge with an impressive double-double performance, scoring a team-high 16 points while grabbing 11 rebounds and adding two steals to his stat line.

Coming out of the break, both teams struggled to find their rhythm as the second half turned into a defensive battle. Junior Seth Logan provided a solid contribution with 12 points and five rebounds, while sophomore Braylon Dickerson added 8 points, seven rebounds, and an assist.

Despite Adrian's determination, Hope College managed to seize control in the final minutes, pulling away to secure the hard-fought victory. The Bulldogs came up just short in the 61-53 defeat.

Adrian is back in action on Wednesday, January 22 where they will host Trine University. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM