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Tejada leads Towson to a 65-61 overtime victory against UNC Wilmington

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Tyler Tejada delivered an impressive performance with 21 points on Thursday night as Towson achieved a narrow victory over UNC Wilmington, finishing the game at 65-61 in overtime.

Tejada’s offensive contribution included shooting 7 of 21 overall, with 3 making it from beyond the arc out of 11 attempts, and he was perfect from the free-throw line, converting all four attempts. His efforts helped propel the Tigers to a record of 6-8 overall and 1-0 in the Coastal Athletic Association. Alongside Tejada, Christian May contributed 10 points, hitting 4 of 10 from the field and 2 from 5 in three-point shooting, while also grabbing eight rebounds to assist the team’s effort.

On the other side, the Seahawks, now 10-4 with a 0-1 conference record, saw Harlan Obioha lead their scoring with a double-double—18 points, 13 rebounds, and three blocks—demonstrating a strong presence on both ends of the court. Donovan Newby was also a key player for the Seahawks, scoring 17 points and providing seven assists, while Josh Corbin chipped in with 11 points, rounding out the team’s efforts in this competitive matchup.

The game showcased the competitive spirit of college basketball, highlighting individual talents while emphasizing the importance of teamwork in achieving victory in tight contests.