HARRISBURG, Pa. — Harrisburg Area Community College nearly erased a 17-point halftime deficit but came up just short Tuesday night, falling 102–99 to Bergen Community College at HACC.

After trailing 59–42 at the break, Harrisburg erupted for 57 second-half points, outscoring Bergen by 14 over the final 20 minutes and turning the game into a down-to-the-wire finish. Despite the late surge, the Hawks couldn't complete the comeback in a contest that featured hot shooting and relentless pace.

Jaiden Wiley led all scorers with a standout performance, pouring in 37 points on 14-of-23 shooting, including 5-of-8 from three-point range. Wiley was efficient and aggressive throughout, keeping Harrisburg within striking distance with timely perimeter shooting.

Eli Vega added 15 points, while William Bryd chipped in 13 points and was active defensively with four steals. John McNeil provided a strong presence inside, finishing with 12 points, nine rebounds, and four assists, helping Harrisburg control stretches of the game on the glass.

Harrisburg shot an impressive 50.7 percent from the field and 50 percent from three-point range, knocking down seven triples on the night. The Hawks also forced 16 Bergen turnovers, converting defensive pressure into transition opportunities during their second-half run.

Dustin Littles contributed across the board with nine points, three rebounds, three assists, and two steals, while Kaden Folk gave a lift off the bench with nine points, four steals, and two blocks in an energetic reserve effort.

Despite winning the second half and matching Bergen's offensive output possession for possession late, Harrisburg was unable to overcome the first-half deficit as Bergen held on in the closing moments.