Fort scores 19, Samford takes down Citadel 86-56 in SoCon opener

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The Citadel Bulldogs vs. Samford Bulldogs: Game Highlights

The Citadel Bulldogs vs. Samford Bulldogs: Game Highlights


BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- — Trey Fort scored 19 points as Samford beat Citadel 86-56 on Wednesday night to open Southern Conference play.

Fort went 7 of 14 from the field (5 for 10 from 3-point range) for the Bulldogs (11-3, 1-0 Southern Conference). Rylan Jones scored 18 points while finishing 6 of 9 from 3-point range and added six assists. Jaden Brownell went 6 of 13 from the field (1 for 5 from 3-point range) to finish with 13 points.

The Bulldogs (5-7, 0-1) were led in scoring by Colby McAllister, who finished with 12 points and seven rebounds. Citadel also got 10 points and three steals from Brody Fox.

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Both teams next play Saturday. Samford visits Western Carolina and Citadel plays Chattanooga at home.

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