MOBILE, Ala. – The Spring Hill College men's basketball team extended its win streak with an 82-59 victory over the Virgin Islands at the Arthur R. Outlaw Recreation Center on Monday night.
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The Badgers moved to three-straight wins and a 5-4 overall record on the year while the Buccaneers fell to 1-11. After
Omri Vorotizky broke an early tie with a three-pointer to put SHC ahead 12-9, Spring Hill never looked back and held onto the lead for the rest of the game. The Badgers had a season-high 33 shots made, 22 assists, 12 three pointers and six blocks.
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The game was led by Joel Contreras of the Virgin Islands with 27 points. Spring Hill was led by
Beril Kabamba, who recorded 24 points and matched career highs in assists (6), field goals made (10) and three pointers made (4). He also tallied six rebounds and two steals during the game.
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Game Details
Spring Hill vs. Univ. of the Virgin Islands
Date: Dec. 12
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue (Location): Arthur R. Outlaw Recreation Center
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Results
Spring Hill 82, Univ. of the Virgin Islands 59
Records: Spring Hill (5-4, 2-2 SIAC), Univ. of the Virgin Islands (1-11, 0-0 CAC)
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They Said It - Head Coach Craig Kennedy
"​​It's nice to get back on the court for a game after exams. UVI played really tough and courageous. Our guys have to learn how to maintain their intensity for sustained periods of time. We look forward to conference games with Edward Waters and Savannah State this Thursday and Saturday."
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Up Next
The Badgers will host Edward Waters (Fla.) in a SIAC game at home on Thursday.
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