February 1, 2023
Waxahachie, TX - The Sheaffer Center witnessed a basketball spectacle as the RV Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lions orchestrated a stunning upset against the No. 2 Langston University (LU) Lions in a gripping Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) clash.
Stats Showdown
Langston entered with an impressive average margin of 24 points in their victories, backed by the conference's stingiest defense allowing only 59 points per game. On the flip side, SAGU boasted the conference's best offense, averaging 87 points per game. The clash promised a showdown of strengths, and the Lions were determined to rewrite their fate after falling in the first encounter
Lions Review
In a game where experience met enthusiasm, newest member of the SAGU 1000 point club, Noah Boling, showcased his talent with a phenomenal first-half performance. Leading all scorers at halftime with 11 points, Boling's five years as a varsity starter proved pivotal in the Lions' quest for victory.
At halftime, SAGU held a 35-28 lead, with JJ Boling and Cortland Blake contributing eight points each, all coming from dominating plays in the paint. JJ Boling's thunderous dunk just before the break set the stage for an electrifying second half.
The excitement soared in the latter half, as Cortland Blake's interior scoring and Kylon Owens' exceptional defensive efforts disrupted LU's offensive flow. Despite Langston's stingy defense regaining momentum, the SAGU guard duo, Justin Collins and Trace Boling, ignited a scoring run that had fans roaring.
Key plays, including Noah Jonker's crucial and-one layup and JJ Boling's emphatic put-back slam, forced LU into a timeout. CJ Hall's clutch shooting added the final touches to the monumental upset as SAGU secured a 72-58 victory over the No. 2 ranked opponents.
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Next Up
Looking ahead, the Lions are set for another thrilling encounter against the Central Christian College Tigers on February 3 (Sat) at 3:45 PM at the Sheaffer Center in Waxahachie, Texas.
As a leading Christian university, SAGU educates and prepares individuals who want to serve Christ and others. SAGU helps students discover and develop their God-given callings in a Spirit-empowered, learning community. We believe in affordable tuition, made possible in part through the financial support of donors who embrace the mission of SAGU and the importance of affordable, accredited programs to train Christians for leadership in ministry, business, education, and service. Most majors are available in-person in Waxahachie, TX, and online through a wide range of associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.
