UNC Wilmington claimed a 76-72 victory over Delaware in the Coastal Athletic Association championship game. Donovan Newby led the way with 17 points, while Noah Ross scored 14. UNC Wilmington secured their seventh CAA title since the 1982-83 season. Despite entering the tournament on a six-game losing streak, Delaware put up a fight and had a chance to make history by winning five games in five days for the title.
UNCW’s Newby made critical free throws in the final seconds to secure the win. Delaware’s Izaiah Pasha’s 3-pointer narrowed the gap to 74-72, but it wasn’t enough. UNCW’s Bo Montgomery and Khamari McGriff also contributed to the win with 13 and 10 points respectively. On the Delaware side, Pasha recorded 21 points, while Niels Lane added 20.
UNCW initially took a commanding lead, but Delaware fought back, eventually taking the lead in the second half. However, UNCW held on, denying Delaware the opportunity to make history. The game was a thrilling matchup between the two teams, with both sides putting up a strong performance.
UNC Wilmington’s victory marks their first CAA title since 2017, showcasing their resilience and determination throughout the tournament. The team’s performance highlights their talent and ability to rise to the occasion in high-stakes games.
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