BOONE, N.C. — In a strong performance on Wednesday night, CJ Huntley led Appalachian State to a convincing 74-51 victory over Coastal Carolina, contributing a remarkable 21 points to the team’s success.

In addition to his scoring prowess, Huntley also grabbed 15 rebounds, showcasing his all-around game for the Mountaineers, who now hold a record of 8-7 and stand at 2-2 in the Sun Belt Conference. Myles Tate was also a key player in the match, netting 17 points while shooting 6 out of 15 from the field, including 2 for 7 from beyond the arc, and was perfect at the free-throw line, hitting all three attempts. Furthermore, Tate played a crucial role in facilitating the offense, dishing out seven assists. Jalil Beaubrun contributed solidly as well, scoring 11 points with a shooting line that included 2 of 4 from the field and 7 of 10 from the free-throw line.

For the Chanticleers, Jordan Battle was the standout performer with 14 points under his belt. Noah Amenhauser also made a notable contribution, finishing the game with 11 points. Despite the loss, the team fought hard but was unable to keep pace with the Mountaineers’ strong offensive and defensive performance.

Looking ahead, both teams are preparing for their next games scheduled for Saturday. Appalachian State will be hosting James Madison, while Coastal Carolina will take to the road to face Georgia State.