BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In an exciting matchup on Saturday night, Samford emerged victorious against UNC Greensboro with a final score of 76-69. Trey Fort played a key role in the Bulldogs’ success, racking up an impressive 21 points during the game.

Fort’s shooting was efficient as he made 7 of 13 attempts from the field, including 2 of 5 from beyond the arc, and added to his tally with 5 free throws out of 7 attempts, helping his team improve to a record of 14 wins and 3 losses overall, and 4 wins against no losses in the Southern Conference. Rylan Jones contributed significantly to the team’s performance with 16 points and 6 assists, while Collin Holloway rounded out the scoring with 14 points, shooting 4 of 9 from the field and successfully hitting 5 of his 8 free-throw attempts.

On the opposing side, UNC Greensboro’s Donovan Atwell led the Spartans with 19 points, showcasing his scoring ability. Kenyon Giles also made a notable contribution with 12 points alongside three steals, while Demetrius Davis chipped in with 9 points. The Spartans now hold a record of 10-7 and 3-1 in conference play.

Both teams are set to continue their season as they face new challenges on Wednesday. Samford will be on the road to take on Mercer, whereas UNC Greensboro will welcome Citadel to their home court.