Elon, N.C. – In an exciting basketball showdown, Sam Sherry propelled the Elon Phoenix to a narrow 73-69 victory over the UNC Greensboro Spartans on Saturday night, demonstrating his clutch skills with a decisive hook shot just 29 seconds before the final buzzer.

Sherry’s outstanding performance included a total of 28 points and 14 rebounds, showcasing his dominance on both ends of the court. His teammate, TJ Simpkins, also made significant contributions, scoring 14 points alongside five rebounds and three steals. Nick Dorn chipped in 13 points, achieving a perfect 4 for 4 from the charity stripe, despite struggling from beyond the arc with one successful three-pointer out of six attempts.

On the opposing side, Kenyon Giles emerged as the standout for the Spartans, pouring in 24 points and securing two steals. Ronald Polite complemented the efforts with 17 points and three steals of his own, while Donovan Atwell contributed nine points to the team’s total.

Elon faced a challenging first half, entering halftime trailing 44-30. However, Sherry’s remarkable performance in the latter half, where he scored a team-leading 19 points, helped the Phoenix turn the game around.

This thrilling contest not only highlighted Sherry’s pivotal role in his team’s success but also set the stage for future matchups as both teams continue their campaigns.