Cobras Sting Wasps In SAC Opener

Coker men's basketball defeated Emory & Henry College with a final score of 114-103. The Cobras took an early lead in the first half, scoring 62 points compared to Emory & Henry's 51 points. However, the two teams were matched evenly in the second half, with 52 points apiece.

Several players from Coker University stood out during the game. Andre Leavell had an outstanding performance, scoring 25 points and making 7 out of 13 field goals. Tate Mulkey also contributed significantly to the team's victory, scoring 18 points and making 7 out of 10 field goals. Additionally, Mahmoud Bangura scored 17 points, making 4 out of 9 field goals.

In terms of team statistics, Coker University had a shooting percentage of 48.1%, with 40.5% of their shots from beyond the arc. They also had a free-throw percentage of 69.7%. Emory & Henry College had a higher shooting percentage of 55.6%, but struggled from the three-point line, making only 26.1% of their shots. However, they had an excellent free-throw percentage of 84.4%.

Overall, Coker University's strong performance and efficient shooting led to their victory over Emory & Henry College. Both teams displayed a competitive spirit, but Coker's offensive prowess ultimately secured them the win.