Last-second layup pushes Golden Rams past Badgers in SIAC opener

MOBILE, Ala. – The Spring Hill College men's basketball team lost to Albany State, 72-70, on a last-second layup in its Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) opener at the Arthur R. Outlaw Recreation Center on Saturday night.
 
The Badgers led the Golden Rams at halftime 39-34 after going 13-25 from the floor. Beril Kabamba tied the game at 70-70 with a layup in the paint at :09. ASU's Reggie James answered with a layup in the last second, winning the game 72-70 and giving SHC a loss in its conference opener. Albany State moves to 1-5 with its first win of the season and 1-0 in conference play while Spring Hill falls to 2-3 and an 0-1 start in the SIAC.
 
Beril Kabamba recorded a double-double and led the game with a career-high 31 points, 11 rebounds, a steal and an assist. Albany State was led by Maurice Dickson with 18 points, two rebounds, a block and a steal.
 
Game Details
Date: Nov. 26
Time: 4 p.m.
Venue (Location): Arthur R. Outlaw Recreation Center (Mobile, Ala.)
 
Results
Albany State 72, Spring Hill 70
Records: Albany State (1-5, 1-0 SIAC), Spring Hill (2-3, 0-1 SIAC)

They said it - Head Coach Craig Kennedy
On the result
"Albany State really played well against us. Coach Gayle's team came in with revenge on their mind from last year and hit some big shots. I was disappointed with our free throw shooting tonight - we should have been better in that regards.  We have been playing all freshmen and sophomores and every game is a learning experience for us."
 
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