NATCHITOCHES, La. — In a decisive matchup on Saturday night, North Alabama triumphed over UL Monroe with a score of 74-62. Daniel Ortiz led the charge for the Lions, contributing significantly with 19 points to the victory.

Ortiz demonstrated his scoring prowess by shooting 7 of 15 from the field, including a commendable 5 for 11 from beyond the arc. Alongside him, Corneilous Williams also made a notable impact with 16 points and recorded six rebounds. Taye Fields added 15 points to the team’s total, showing efficiency both in field goals, where he made 4 of 9 attempts, and at the free-throw line, hitting all six of his attempts.

On the opposing side, the Warhawks were led by Jalen Bolden, who tallied 16 points while pulling down eight rebounds, showcasing his all-around ability. Jerry Ngopot contributed a double-double effort with 12 points and 11 rebounds, and Coltie Young rounded out the scoring for UL Monroe with 10 points.

This performance from North Alabama improves their record to 4-2, while UL Monroe now stands at 3-5 for their season. The game highlighted North Alabama’s strong offensive capabilities and adaptability on the court, marking an important win for the Lions as they continue to build momentum in the season ahead.