The Razorbacks opened their Bahamas trip with a 106‑59 win over the Bahamas national team. JJ Andrews impressed with double‑digit scoring, while the team piled up assists and dominated the paint. A strong start that set the tone for the week.
Against reigning Canadian champions Carleton, Arkansas rolled to a 98‑58 victory. The Razorbacks’ defense forced turnovers and limited Carleton’s rhythm, while balanced scoring highlighted the depth of the roster. Another showcase of team chemistry
The Cincinnati Bearcats tipped off their Bahamas trip with a commanding 110–63 victory over the Victoria Vikes, showcasing depth, efficiency, and defensive strength. Balanced Scoring: Seven Bearcats finished in double figures, led by MJ Collins (15 points) and Adlan Elamin (14 points, 8 rebounds).
Valparaiso men’s basketball opened its Baha Mar Summer League action with a 78–66 win over Carleton, building a big lead early and holding off a late push. The Beacons jumped out quickly behind threes from Sader Servilus and Justus McNair, then extended the margin with highlight dunks from Carter Hopoi. A decisive 11–0 run midway through the first half pushed the lead to 15, and Valpo carried a comfortable cushion into halftime.The second half brought more energy plays, including a McNair layup off a block and another Hopoi steal‑and‑slam to widen the gap to 21. Senior Dylan Moles added a deep three to make it 53–31, giving the Beacons their largest lead of the night.
South Carolina opened the Baha Mar Hoops Summer League with a 94–81 win over Victoria, fueled by Kory Mincy’s 18 points and a dominant second‑half surge.
South Carolina men’s basketball in Baha Mar Hoops Summer League in Nassau with a lead of 86–46 win over The Bahamas Raw Team.
The offensive, South Carolina shot nearly 50% and drained 11 three-pointer. With 25 assists on 30 made baskets. Kory Mincy paced the team with 15 points, seven assists, and four rebounds, Aleksas Bieliauskas added 14 points and six boards.
Jakub Nečas impressed with eight points, 11 rebounds, and six assists, while Grant Polk provided a spark off the bench with three triples, six rebounds, and four assists. Juan Fernández and Hayden Assemian scored eight points.