Plotnikov scores 15, Hofstra defeats William & Mary 64-55
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. -- — German Plotnikov had 15 points in Hofstra's 64-55 victory over William & Mary on Thursday night.
Plotnikov was 6 of 7 shooting (2 for 3 from 3-point range) for the Pride (11-9, 4-3 Coastal Athletic Association). Darlinstone Dubar scored 14 points while shooting 6 for 14, including 2 for 4 from beyond the arc. Tyler Thomas was 4 of 17 shooting, including 1 for 12 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 5 from the line to finish with 13 points.
The Tribe (7-13, 2-5) were led by Gabe Dorsey, who posted 26 points. Trey Moss added 10 points for William & Mary. Chase Lowe also had seven points, 10 rebounds and four assists.
Hofstra took the lead with 19:47 remaining in the first half and did not relinquish it. Dubar led his team in scoring with nine points in the first half to help put them ahead 28-22 at the break. Hofstra outscored William & Mary by three points in the final half, while Plotnikov led the way with a team-high 10 second-half points.
Both teams next play Saturday. Hofstra visits Monmouth and William & Mary plays Northeastern on the road.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Brent Hampton
- John Gaffney
- Michael Palau
2024-25 Coastal Athletic Association Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 5-1 | - | 15-4 |
| William & Mary | 5-1 | - | 11-8 |
| Towson | 5-1 | - | 10-9 |
| UNC Wilmington | 4-2 | 1 | 14-5 |
| Elon | 4-2 | 1 | 13-6 |
| Delaware | 4-2 | 1 | 11-8 |
| Drexel | 3-3 | 2 | 11-8 |
| Campbell | 3-3 | 2 | 8-11 |
| Monmouth | 3-3 | 2 | 5-14 |
| Hampton | 3-4 | 2.5 | 10-9 |
| Hofstra | 2-4 | 3 | 10-9 |
| Northeastern | 2-4 | 3 | 10-9 |
| Stony Brook | 0-6 | 5 | 4-15 |
| North Carolina A&T | 0-7 | 5.5 | 4-16 |
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