The Virginia Wesleyan University men's basketball team (15-6, 6-6 ODAC) suffered a 77-54 defeat against No. 1 ranked Hampden-Sydney. Miles Wallace led the offense with 12 points, Khaliyl Davis registered 11 points, and Khai Seargeant had 10 points. The Tigers' strong shooting and dominance in the paint contributed to their victory.

By the Numbers
  • The Tigers shot 50.8% from the field, 47.1% from beyond the arc, and 58.3% from the free throw line.
  • The Marlins shot 33.3% from the field, 34.8% from beyond the arc, and 54.5% from the free throw line.
  • Hampden-Sydney outrebounded the Marlins 47 to 28 and scored 38 points in the paint compared to the Marlins' 22.
State of Play
  • Hampden-Sydney's strong start with a 19-2 run set the tone for the game, leading 46-18 at halftime.
  • The Marlins outscored the Tigers in the second half, but were unable to overcome the lead built in the first half.
Bottom Line

The Virginia Wesleyan University men's basketball team faced a tough loss against No. 1 Hampden-Sydney, highlighting areas for improvement in shooting and defensive play as they prepare for their upcoming game against Ferrum College.