NEED TO KNOW:
Score: Life U 104, Selma 36
Records: Life U, 1-0; Selma 0-1
MARIETTA, Ga. – The Life University men's basketball team opened the 2026-27 season with a resounding win over Selma University at home for the Ken Woods Memorial Classic. The Running Eagles dominated from start to finish, ending with a score in the triple digits.
It was a hot start to the contest for both squads as the Life U offense made its' first four baskets. The visitors kept pace early, even taking the lead for a brief moment. As the Running Eagles stabilized on the defensive end, the offense continued to flow.
A number of different scorers got involved on the offensive end as Life U began to take real control in the middle minutes. From the 15:35 point on, Life U went on a 31-7 run, closing the first half with a commanding 44-18 lead. Sergio Corta and Naheim Northern tied for the lead in points with 10 at the break while Corta pulled down six boards.
In the second half, Life U kept its' foot on the gas, allowing just 18 points while putting up 60 in the frame. The Running Eagles finished with five players in double figures while Corta recorded a double-double (18 points, 11 rebounds).
The 104-36 win marks the first win of the new season for the program.
Up next, the Running Eagles travel to Mount Vernon to take on Georgia Southern - East Georgia on Friday, October 30.
TURNING POINT:
--The Running Eagles went on a 31-7 run after a closely contested contest in the first half.
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE:
--Life U shot 54.3% from the floor.
--The Running Eagles dominated the boards, 56-25.
STANDOUT PERFORMANCES:
--Sergio Corta: 18 points, 11 rebounds
--Daniel Hollis: 15 points, 4 rebounds
--Naheim Northern: 14 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists
--Tanner Pate: 12 points, 5 rebounds
--Triston Conger: 2 points, 8 assists, 4 rebounds
