HIGH POINT, N.C. — In a commanding display on Wednesday night, High Point triumphed over South Carolina Upstate with a score of 88-66, clinching the Big South Conference regular-season crown for the second year in succession.
This victory marked the eleventh consecutive win for the Panthers, showcasing their sustained dominance in the league.
Trae Benham emerged as a key player for High Point with an impressive 17-point performance, further complemented by three steals. The Panthers, boasting a 26-5 overall record and 14-2 in the conference, also saw significant contributions from Kimani Hamilton, who tallied 16 points on a sharp 7 for 10 shooting, including two successful three-pointers out of three attempts, while also grabbing seven rebounds. Abdoulaye added to the strong team effort with 13 points, hitting 5 of 11 shots with three from beyond the arc.
The Spartans, struggling with a 6-24 season and 2-13 in conference play, were led by Brit Harris, who scored 16 points and provided four assists. Daniel Helterhoff contributed 15 points and delivered two blocks, while Mister Dean offered a solid performance with 11 points, six rebounds, and four steals.
Next on the calendar, South Carolina Upstate is set to face Longwood on Saturday, aiming to regroup and end the season on a positive note.
