In a thrilling home game on November 9, 2024, Atlantis University’s men's basketball team claimed a resounding victory over Southeast Christian College with a final score of 98-51. The Atlantis showcased remarkable shooting accuracy and teamwork, extending their season record to 2-1.
Key Performers and Highlights
Atlantis University demonstrated impressive shooting across the board with a field goal percentage of 67.9% (38 of 56) while nailing half of their 3-point attempts (8 of 16). The team also capitalized on free throws, shooting 63.6% (14 of 22) from the line. Leading the scoring was Ethan Barnes, who tallied 14 points with efficient shooting, going 6-for-10 from the field and 2-for-4 beyond the arc. Vaughn Brown contributed 9 points and three steals, showing solid defensive and offensive presence.
Santiago Insaurralde added 13 points on a perfect 6-for-6 shooting performance, solidifying Atlantis' lead throughout the game. Additionally, Folayemi Salako and Joel Mora made significant contributions, with Salako scoring 9 points and Mora adding 13 points, complemented by his rebounds.
Defensive and Rebounding Edge
Atlantis dominated the boards, outrebounding Southeast College 21 to 6. This provided numerous second-chance opportunities and limited Southeast's offensive rebounds. Their defensive effort was also evident, holding Southeast to only 51 points and maintaining control with zero turnovers. Despite Southeast Christian College's efficient shooting (73.1% from the field), they struggled with limited opportunities and only managed one assist throughout the game. Nasean Rhome led Southeast with 23 points, but it wasn't enough to counter Atlantis' strong offensive and defensive execution. With this emphatic victory, Atlantis University has shown its potential early in the season, making a statement in the conference and thrilling fans at home.