LEXINGTON, Virginia — In a tightly contested matchup on Saturday, UNC Greensboro edged past VMI with a score of 60-57, thanks in part to Kenyon Giles, who scored 14 points.

Giles not only contributed offensively but also secured six rebounds for the Spartans, who now boast a record of 13 wins and 8 losses, along with 6 victories against 2 defeats in the Southern Conference. Donovan Atwell also played a significant role, adding 12 points to the scoreline while shooting 4 of 10 from the field, which included 2 successful shots from beyond the arc. Jalen Breath provided solid support, contributing 10 points with an impressive shooting performance of 3 of 5 from the floor and demonstrating his prowess at the charity stripe by hitting 4 of 6 free-throw attempts.

For the Keydets, Augustinas Kiudulas stood out with a strong performance, finishing the game with 20 points alongside six rebounds. TJ Johnson supported his team with 12 points and showcased his defensive skills with two steals, while Tan Yildizoglu contributed six points and gathered six rebounds. The Keydets’ current record stands at 9-12, with 3 wins and 5 losses in their conference play.

Looking ahead, both teams will be back in action on Wednesday. UNC Greensboro will be at home facing East Tennessee State, while VMI will be on the road to challenge Wofford.