The American University men's basketball team plans to welcome back seniors Matt Rogers, Lincoln Ball, and Colin Smalls for a fifth season, utilizing their final year of eligibility. Head coach Duane Simpkins emphasized the players' high character and skills as vital assets for the program's growth, with Rogers leading in scoring and earning multiple honors, Ball excelling in rebounding and academic achievements, and Smalls displaying consistency despite a knee injury. The trio, graduating in May with Business Administration degrees, will pursue their graduate studies at American University.

By the Numbers
  • Rogers averaged 16.4 points and 6.2 rebounds per game
  • Ball started all 32 games and led in rebounds with 6.3 boards per game
  • Smalls averaged 8.1 points and 2.1 rebounds per game over his career at American
State of Play
  • Rogers, Ball, and Smalls are returning for a fifth season
  • All three players will be graduating in May with degrees in Business Administration
  • They will pursue their graduate degrees at American University
Bottom Line

The return of Rogers, Ball, and Smalls, with their exceptional skills and characters, underscores their commitment to American University's basketball program's growth and success, offering a promising prospect for the team's future.