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Men's Basketball Opens Up New Year with a Win

Men's Basketball Opens Up New Year with a Win
January 11, 2023
Box Score

The Oxford College of Emory University men's basketball team opened the new year strong, defeating Deep South by a score of 82-74. 

Oxford had four players in double figures and was carried by its sophomore backcourt duo, KJ Walker and Sean Osei. Walker played 35 minutes, tallying 24 points and eight rebounds. Osei added 19 points for the Eagles. 

Not to be outdone, sophomore forward Isaac Snyder notched his fourth straight double-double and his ninth of the season with 14 points, ten rebounds, and three blocks. Sophomore wing Justin Whitening contributed 13 points and six rebounds, while classmate Nick Hardin finished with 8 points, six assists, and five rebounds. 

Key Stats:

  • The Eagles overcame 23 turnovers to secure the victory.
  • Oxford got a team effort on the glass, outrebounding Deep South by a margin of 44-27.

Up Next:

The Eagles improve to 7-5 for the season and will be back in action on Friday, January 13th. The Eagles host Franklin Prep Academy to open the 11th Annual Dennis Spruell Classic. Tipoff from Williams Gymnasium will be at 6:00 PM.