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Men’s basketball redeems itself at home against Georgia State

February 20, 2014February 19, 2014 Admin_trop

Jill Odom Sports Editor While Troy lost on the road against Western Kentucky, 81-76, on Thursday, Feb. 13, they gave ESPN2 a show when they defeated Georgia State, 85-81, at home on Saturday, Feb. 15. The road game against No. 2 in Sun Belt was a game of too little too late. The Trojans were never able to overtake the Hilltoppers and could not even tie the lead. “We never could seem to make a timely shot until the end,” said head coach Phil Cunningham. “Then all of a sudden…

Men’s hoops snaps four game losing streak against South Alabama

February 13, 2014February 12, 2014 Admin_trop

Amy Austin Staff Writer The five-game losing streak was snapped for the Troy University men’s basketball team after a conference victory over South Alabama, 79-74, in a close game on Thursday, Feb 6. The Trojans defeated the Jaguars in a tightly fought game. While South Alabama led the game by one point after the first half, Troy came out shooting in the second half and took the game away from the Jaguars. “We needed a win in the worst way,” said head coach Phil Cunningham. “I was proud of…