WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — In an exhilarating matchup on Friday night, Tennessee Tech edged VMI with a narrow victory of 72-71, thanks to a last-minute layup from Jaylon Johnson.

Rodney Johnson Jr. contributed significantly to the Golden Eagles’ efforts by scoring 13 points, while his teammate Jaylon also matched that tally of 13 points. Daniel Egbuniwe was a key player off the bench, finishing with 12 points, shooting 5 for 8 overall, and impressively hitting 2 of his 4 attempts from three-point range.

For the Keydets, Augustinas Kiudulas was the standout performer, racking up 21 points and securing 12 rebounds. Additionally, he made his defensive mark with two steals and three blocks. TJ Johnson also made a contribution for VMI, adding 10 points along with two steals to help his team stay competitive throughout the game.

Both teams showed their resilience with this close contest, emphasizing the competitive nature of the match as the season progresses. This thrilling finish will surely leave fans eager for what lies ahead for both squads.