In a wild college basketball showdown, Mount St. Mary’s grabbed a commanding win over Penn State-Brandywine, finishing things off at 73-42.
Abdou Khadre Kebe and Justin Amadi both dropped 12 points, pushing the Mountaineers to their fourth win this season.
The game took place in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Fans got to see the team’s defense in action and some sharp shooting that hints at a possible turnaround for their season.
Mount St. Mary’s Dominates on Both Ends of the Court
This one wasn’t close—Mount St. Mary’s brought it on offense and defense.
Kebe not only scored 12 but also swatted away three shots, making his presence felt on both ends.
Amadi was nearly perfect, sinking 6 of 7 shots, which really helped the Mountaineers pull away.
Key Performances
A few guys really stood out this time around:
- Abdou Khadre Kebe: 12 points, three big blocks.
- Justin Amadi: 12 points, shooting 6 for 7—pretty efficient.
- Trey Deveaux: Double-double with 11 points and 11 boards, shooting 5 of 11.
- Anastasios Rozakeas: Chipped in 11 points.
Defensive Prowess of the Mountaineers
Defense was the backbone for Mount St. Mary’s.
Holding Penn State-Brandywine to just 42 points says a lot about their approach and hustle.
Kebe’s three blocks set the tone, but honestly, the whole squad kept up the pressure all game.
Rebounding and Second-Chance Points
Trey Deveaux really cleaned up on the glass, grabbing 11 rebounds.
That kind of work made it tough for Penn State-Brandywine to get extra chances, and it helped Mount St. Mary’s control the tempo.
Offensive Efficiency
On offense, the Mountaineers were clicking.
Amadi’s 6-for-7 shooting speaks for itself, showing how well they found and finished good looks.
The team’s overall shooting was solid, and that helped them build a big lead early.
Team Chemistry and Ball Movement
The Mountaineers moved the ball really well, and it showed.
Guys seemed to know exactly where to be, leading to open looks and easy buckets.
Unselfish play and quick decisions made things tough for Penn State-Brandywine’s defense.
Looking Ahead: Building on Momentum
This win might be just what Mount St. Mary’s needs to spark a better run this season.
At 4-9, they’ve had their rough patches, but this dominant game could be a sign of things turning around if they can keep it up.
Upcoming Challenges
Things won’t get any easier from here—tougher teams are coming up.
If the Mountaineers want to stack more wins, they’ll need to keep this level of effort and execution going. Kebe, Amadi, and Deveaux will have to stay hot, and the rest of the roster needs to keep stepping up. Should be interesting to watch.
Mount St. Mary’s pulled off an impressive win over Penn State-Brandywine. That kind of start really says something about their potential this season.
Standout performances from Abdou Khadre Kebe and Justin Amadi definitely didn’t go unnoticed. These guys give the team a solid base—it’s hard not to feel a little optimistic.
If they keep focusing on defense and don’t let their offense get sloppy, who knows how far the Mountaineers could go?
For more details on the game, you can read the full article on Fox Sports.
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