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Troy Trojans Crowned Sun Belt Kings, NCAA Bound!
10 Mar
Summary
- Troy clinched their second consecutive NCAA tournament bid by winning the Sun Belt Championship.
- The Trojans defeated Georgia Southern 77-61 in the tournament final.
- Troy overcame significant roster changes, including transfers and injuries, to achieve this victory.
Troy has once again proven its dominance in the Sun Belt Conference, earning a second consecutive NCAA tournament appearance. The Trojans secured this coveted spot by defeating Georgia Southern 77-61 in the Sun Belt tournament championship game, held at the Pensacola Bay Center. This victory caps off a season where Troy also claimed the outright regular-season Sun Belt title.
The Trojans maintained control for most of the championship game, establishing a double-digit lead by halftime. Although Georgia Southern mounted a comeback in the second half, Troy responded decisively, extending their lead to 57-41 with just over nine minutes remaining. Key contributions came from big men Thomas Dowd and Jerrell Bellamy, who combined for 38 points and dominated the paint, helping Troy outrebound Georgia Southern 35-18.
This championship win is particularly notable given the Trojans' challenges. Troy navigated significant roster changes, including four starters leaving via the transfer portal and the late-season knee injury to starting center Theo Seng. Players who were role players or redshirts last season stepped up to fill these crucial roles, demonstrating the team's depth and resilience.
