Box Score BALTIMORE, MD — Cheyney University men's basketball continued its challenging early-season road schedule Monday afternoon, falling 90-53 to NCAA Division I opponent Coppin State University at the Physical Education Complex. Despite the setback, the Wolves received a strong individual performance from Treshawn Cody and continued gaining valuable experience ahead of their highly anticipated rivalry matchup against Lincoln University.
Cheyney opened the contest with competitive energy, taking an early 3-2 lead behind a free throw from Treshawn Cody and a basket from Rodney Willis Jr. The Eagles responded with a strong offensive stretch, gradually creating separation before taking a 47-23 advantage into halftime. The Wolves continued to compete in the second half, adding 30 points while working to establish offensive consistency against Coppin State's defensive pressure.
Treshawn Cody delivered Cheyney's top individual performance, finishing with a team-high 17 points and nine rebounds, narrowly missing a double-double. Cody shot 4-of-8 from the field and 8-of-10 from the free-throw line while adding two assists, two steals, and two blocks. His performance included a pair of second-half dunks, providing offensive energy and a strong presence around the basket.
Rodney Willis Jr. added an efficient 11 points, connecting on four of seven field-goal attempts while contributing four rebounds, one assist, and one block. Steven Hill provided six points and three rebounds off the bench, while S.J. Hutchinson contributed four points, two assists, and two steals.
The Wolves demonstrated activity on the glass, collecting 19 offensive rebounds and generating 10 second-chance points. Cheyney also finished with nine steals and five blocked shots, while limiting its turnovers to 13. The team converted 19 of 26 free-throw attempts, shooting 73.1 percent from the line.
Coppin State's offensive efficiency ultimately proved to be the difference. The Eagles shot 54.8 percent from the field and held a 47-35 rebounding advantage. Cheyney struggled to establish its shooting rhythm, finishing at 25.4 percent from the floor, but continued to compete and create opportunities through offensive rebounding and defensive activity.
The contest marked Cheyney's third consecutive matchup against Division I competition to open the season. Facing Morgan State, Maryland Eastern Shore, and Coppin State has provided the Wolves with an opportunity to evaluate their execution, develop team chemistry, and identify areas for improvement against challenging opponents.
Head Coach Jordan Bushrod will look to use the experience gained during the opening road contests as Cheyney shifts its attention toward one of the most anticipated matchups on its schedule.
The Wolves will face the Lincoln University Lions on Wednesday, November 11, in Wilmington, Delaware, renewing one of the most historic rivalries in HBCU athletics.
The Battle of the Firsts brings together two institutions with deeply rooted traditions and a shared legacy in higher education and collegiate athletics. For Cheyney, the matchup represents an opportunity to build on its early-season lessons while competing for institutional pride and bragging rights.
With the rivalry approaching, the Wolves will look to translate their experience against Division I competition into stronger execution, improved consistency, and a determined performance against Lincoln.
