Harrisburg, PA – The HACC Hawks men's basketball team faced Montgomery County CC in their season opener on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The Hawks fell to the Mustangs 78-62.  

Both teams came out strong the first half battling to take the lead. The Mustangs brought the intensity, setting the tone for the game working to hold the lead over the Hawks, shooting a FGM percentage of 59.6% as the Hawks trailed behind shooting a FGM percentage of 36.4%. ending the first half 39-33. At the start of the second, the Hawks changed momentum and with a team effort worked to close the gap. The game was evenly matched and in the second half free throws became crucial. The Hawks shot 80.0% from the charity stripe in hopes gain the lead, but the Mustangs were able to capitalize offensively and take the lead to the finish. The Mustangs took the victory, ending the match 78-62.

Leading the pack was Shawn Lewis with a game high of 19 points and Aidan Littleton with 8 points for the Hawks. Haji Bell followed with seven points and two rebounds. Amyr Fox and Trey Slayton both rallied six points for the Hawks.

The Hawks will face Brookdale CC on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. Tip-off is set for 2 p.m.