February 24, 2025

Waxahachie, TX – The Nelson University Lions closed out their regular season in dominant fashion, securing a 90-75 victory over the College of the Ozarks on Monday night at the Sheaffer Center. The Lions set the tone for their postseason run as the No. 1 seed in the SAC Tournament.

Before tip-off, Nelson University honored CJ Hall, who cemented his place in program history by reaching the 1,000-career point milestone. The senior guard continued his stellar play, posting 15 points and 8 assists to cap off a memorable night.

The Lions wasted no time establishing control, racing to a 52-36 halftime lead behind hot shooting and relentless defense. Nelson shot 52.5% from the field in the first half and controlled the boards with 29 rebounds, setting the stage for their 21st win of the season.

Despite a push from the Bobcats in the second half, the Lions maintained their composure, responding with key three-pointers and transition buckets to seal the win.

Up Next: SAC Tournament
With the No. 1 seed secured, the Lions now turn their attention to the SAC Tournament, where they will host the opening round on Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Sheaffer Center. 

Nelson University (formerly SAGU) is a private Christian university, established in 1927 by P.C. Nelson. The University is located 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie, Texas, and offers more than 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campus or online. For more information, visit www.nelson.edu or by calling 1-888-YES-NELSON.