MOBILE, Ala. — In a strong performance, Myles Corey scored 19 points, leading South Alabama to a commanding 77-49 victory over James Madison on Saturday, marking the start of the Sun Belt Conference for both teams.

Corey not only topped the scoring charts but also contributed significantly with seven assists and three steals for the Jaguars, who improved to a record of 8 wins and 4 losses. Barry Dunning Jr. added to the effort by scoring 16 points, hitting 7 of his 12 attempts. Furthermore, Judah Brown made his presence felt with a solid shooting performance, finishing 3 of 5 from beyond the arc and totaling nine points.

On the other side, the Dukes, now sitting at 6 wins and 6 losses, were led in scoring by Bryce Lindsay, who managed to put up 12 points. Elijah Hutchins-Everett also made notable contributions with 10 points. Additionally, Eddie Ricks III added seven points and recorded six rebounds to assist his team’s effort.

Overall, the game displayed strong teamwork and strategic play from South Alabama, setting the tone for their season in the Sun Belt Conference.