Lehigh University’s men’s basketball team achieved their second consecutive overtime victory, triumphing over Bucknell with a final score of 71-63 at Sojka Pavilion in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. The game, which was broadcast on CBS Sports Network, featured a remarkable performance by freshman guard Joshua Ingram, who achieved a career-high 22 points and contributed 8 rebounds to the Mountain Hawks’ triumph.
Ingram’s outstanding performance included a flawless 9-for-9 free throw shooting, including two crucial free throws in the overtime period. Senior forward Burke Chebuhar also played a pivotal role in Lehigh’s victory, contributing 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 steals. Meanwhile, junior guard Tyler Whitney-Sidney delivered 13 points from the bench, 4 of which were scored in the overtime period.
During the tense overtime, Lehigh outscored Bucknell 12-4, thanks to an impressive 8-for-11 free throw shooting. On the opposing team, Bucknell’s junior guard Elvin Edmonds IV achieved a double-double, scoring a career-high 20 points and securing 10 rebounds. Senior guard Jack Forrest also made significant contributions with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the Bison. Additionally, junior Ian Motta added 8 points and 9 boards, and sophomore forward Ruot Bijiek finished with 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 blocked shots.
The Patriot League, which oversees the competition, boasts a distinguished history of promoting academic and athletic excellence. The student-athletes in the league are renowned for excelling in both academics and sports, upholding high standards in both areas. The league’s member institutions are committed to the principle of admitting and graduating student-athletes who embody academic excellence.
The Patriot League’s emphasis on the holistic development of student-athletes underscores the significance of sports as an integral component of a comprehensive education. With its steadfast dedication to academic and athletic achievement, the league continues to foster a community of student-athletes devoted to success, both on and off the court.