JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — In an exciting matchup on Thursday, Austin Peay triumphed over North Florida with a score of 97-89, thanks in large part to Anton Brookshire, who delivered an impressive performance with 25 points.
The standout player for the Governors shot an efficient 4 of 7 overall, making 3 of 5 attempts from beyond the arc, and was perfect from the free-throw line, sinking all 14 attempts. The victory marked a positive start for Austin Peay in the Atlantic Sun Conference, bringing their record to 6-8 overall and 1-0 in the conference.
Supporting Brookshire’s effort, LJ Thomas contributed significantly, scoring 23 points and grabbing nine rebounds. Sai Witt also had a noteworthy game, finishing with 23 points after hitting 8 of 13 from the field and converting 7 of 10 from the line. Witt added another layer to his performance with seven rebounds.
For the Ospreys, who now sit at 7-7 overall and 0-1 in the conference, Jasai Miles was the leading scorer with 17 points, complemented by six rebounds. Both Ametri Moss and Jaylen Smith were key players as well, contributing 15 points each in the effort to keep the game competitive.
Overall, the thrilling encounter showcased excellent basketball skills from both teams, setting the stage for an engaging season ahead in the Atlantic Sun Conference.