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Jaguars Men's Basketball open season with 97-59 win against cross-town foe Mobile

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MOBILE, Ala. | South Alabama men's basketball opened the 2022-23 season with a win against the Mobile Rams, 97-59, Wednesday night at the Mitchell Center.

The Jags were led by Kevin Samuel, who had a double-double in the first half with 12 points and 10 rebounds to go along with three blocks and two steals. He finished with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Freshman Jamar Franklin led all scorers with 18 in his first collegiate action. Mobile's leading scorer was Ezra McKenna with 13.

GAME FACTS

  • The Jags took an early lead, thanks to a 10-3 run to start the game.