Joshua Beadle stole the show at The HTC Center, scoring 32 points and grabbing 7 rebounds to lead Coastal Carolina to a 72-70 win over Texas State. The Chanticleers' star guard was unstoppable, carrying his team to a hard-fought victory. Beadle's performance was complemented by AJ Dancler's 13 points and Rasheed Jones's 11 points, but it was clear that he was the driving force behind Coastal Carolina's win.
Texas State's Mark Drone put up a valiant effort, scoring 24 points and pulling down 5 rebounds, while DJ Hall added 23 points and 7 rebounds. However, it wasn't enough to overcome Beadle's heroics. The Bobcats trailed 32-27 at halftime but mounted a fierce comeback in the second half, outscoring Coastal Carolina 43-40. Despite their best efforts, they fell just short, dropping to 11-10 on the season.
CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had Coastal Carolina winning by 3.5 points, and while the margin was closer than expected, the predicted winner was correct. The Chanticleers' narrow victory was a reflection of their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. Beadle's clutch shooting and all-around dominance made the difference, as he willed his team to victory.
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The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and playing tenacious defense. Coastal Carolina's ability to limit Texas State's scoring opportunities in the first half proved crucial, as they built a lead that they would barely hold onto. The Chanticleers' win improves their record to 12-9, and while it may not be a marquee victory, it's a significant one for their tournament resume.
This win falls into Quadrant 4 for Coastal Carolina, which may not be the most impressive category, but it's still a victory over a Division I opponent. For Texas State, the loss is classified as a Quadrant 3 defeat, which won't significantly harm their resume but won't help it either. As the season enters its final stretch, both teams want to build on this performance and make a push for the postseason.
The implications of this result are clear: Coastal Carolina needs to keep winning to bolster their tournament chances, while Texas State must regroup and refocus to stay in the hunt. Beadle's performance will undoubtedly be a talking point in the coming days, and his team want to ride his momentum into their next game. With the win, Coastal Carolina takes a small step forward in their pursuit of a tournament bid, but there's still much work to be done.