FRESNO, Calif. – In an exciting matchup, Amar Augillard propelled Fresno State to a 64-57 victory over Sacramento State on Friday, scoring an impressive 30 points.
Augillard showcased his skills by connecting on 9 of 19 attempts from the floor, including 4 of 13 from beyond the arc, and he was perfect at the charity stripe, making all eight of his free-throw attempts. The Bulldogs kicked off their season with this win, improving their record to 1-0.

Zaon Collins contributed significantly as well, adding 11 points to the scoreboard while shooting 4 of 12, including 2 of 6 from three-point territory. Collins also collected seven rebounds and made three steals during the game. Alex Crawford chipped in with nine points, demonstrating efficiency by making 3 of 4 shots from the field and hitting 2 of 3 free throws.

For the Hornets, Julian Vaughns had a standout performance with 17 points and six rebounds. EJ Neal supported the team with nine points, and Lachlan Brewer also made his presence felt by scoring eight points. Sacramento State’s record now stands at 1-1 following this closely contested game.

Fresno State found themselves trailing 37-30 at halftime, with Augillard contributing eight points in the first half. However, he turned up the intensity in the second half, scoring 22 points and playing a crucial role in setting the pace for the Bulldogs’ comeback, ultimately leading them to a seven-point victory.