Junior Bobby Sommers scored crucial points in the final minutes as Amherst College's men's basketball team narrowly defeated Colby College, 66-64, at LeFrak Gymnasium. The victory brought the Mammoths to 14-9 overall and 5-4 in conference, while the Mules fell to 11-12 overall and 3-6 in the NESCAC. First-year Marc Garraud led the Mammoths with 14 points, supported by Bobby Sommers with 13 points, and C.J. Mitchell and Chris Hammond with 10 each.

By the Numbers
  • Amherst shot 45.5% from the floor in the first half, including 46.7% from beyond the three-point line.
  • The Mammoths held Colby to 31.3% shooting from the floor and outrebounded the Mules, 44-37.
  • Will Scherer led all Mammoths with 8 rebounds, while Garraud contributed 3 rebounds and 3 steals to his 14-point performance.
State of Play
  • Amherst improved to 14-9 overall and 5-4 in conference, while Colby fell to 11-12 overall and 3-6 in the NESCAC.
  • Amherst concludes its regular season at home for Senior Day against Bowdoin College at 3 p.m. tomorrow.
Bottom Line

Junior Bobby Sommers' clutch performance secured a narrow 66-64 victory for Amherst College's men's basketball team, enhancing their overall record to 14-9 and 5-4 in conference play. The Mammoths' ability to hold off Colby College's comeback showcased their resilience and determination on the court.