BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In a commanding performance on Sunday, Samford triumphed over Austin Peay with a score of 72-47. Riley Allenspach and Trey Fort each contributed significantly to the Bulldogs’ success, scoring 15 points in the contest.
Allenspach demonstrated efficiency during the game, successfully converting 6 of 12 attempts from the field while also sinking 3 out of 4 free throws. Fort showcased his long-range shooting capabilities, making 5 of 9 shots overall and excelling from beyond the arc with 5 out of 8 attempts.
For Austin Peay, Darius Dawson emerged as the top scorer, pouring in 18 points. Akili Evans also made notable contributions, adding 10 points and recording three steals in the losing effort.
This victory improved Samford’s record to 9-2 for the season, marking an impressive stride as they continue to build momentum in their campaign. Meanwhile, Austin Peay fell to 4-5, looking to regroup after this challenging matchup.
