Dillard Secures a Conference Win on the Road against Wiley

MARSHALL, TX– In a closely contested matchup, Dillard University (LA) edged out Wiley College (TX) with a 67-62 victory on December 6, 2025, at the Alumni Gymnasium. The win improved Dillard's record to 7-4, while Wiley struggled to 1-10 for the season.

The game started competitively, with Wiley taking a narrow 37-34 lead into halftime. However, Dillard's tenacious defense and effective offense in the second half allowed them to outscore Wiley 33-25, sealing the win.

Key Performances:

Dillard University:
- Devin Lewis led the charge for Dillard with an impressive 18 points, shooting 50% from the field (7-14), including 3-6 from three-point range. He also contributed significantly on the boards, pulling down 10 rebounds.
- John Kelly III was a dominant force in the paint, adding 12 points and grabbing a game-high 12 rebounds.
- Christian Pichon Jr. was pivotal in orchestrating the offense, dishing out 9 assists while scoring 13 points.

Wiley College:
- *James Rudd Jr.* and *Amoni Waring* both scored 11 points each, with Rudd also assisting 4 times.
- *Brayden Bradshaw*, coming off the bench, provided a much-needed spark with 14 points in just 13 minutes of play, shooting efficiently at 5-9 from the field.

Both teams faced challenges with turnovers, as Dillard committed 17 while Wiley had 15. Each team also received a technical foul, with Dillard's Devin Lewis and Wiley's James Rudd Jr. both being penalized.

The victory for Dillard highlights their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while Wiley will look to regroup and end their losing streak. The game was witnessed by a modest crowd of 100 attendees, who enjoyed a thrilling display of college basketball.

-Bleu Devils-