Asun Championship 2022: Who Won?
The ASUN Championship 2022 is the annual conference tournament of the ASUN, or Atlantic Sun Conference. The tournament was held from March 4th to March 6th, 2022, and the results were recently announced. So, who won the ASUN Championship 2022?
Teams Competing in the ASUN Championship 2022
The ASUN Championship 2022 saw eight teams competing for the championship title: Jacksonville Dolphins, Lipscomb Bisons, Liberty Flames, North Florida Ospreys, Stetson Hatters, Kennesaw State Owls, North Alabama Lions, and the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles.
Who Won the ASUN Championship 2022?
The winner of the ASUN Championship 2022 was Jacksonville Dolphins! The Dolphins defeated the Liberty Flames in the championship game with a final score of 77-59. It was a hard-fought victory for Jacksonville, who had to win three games in three days to earn the title.
Jacksonville Dolphins’ Road to Victory
The Jacksonville Dolphins had to beat three teams on their way to victory: the North Alabama Lions, the Kennesaw State Owls, and the Liberty Flames. In the first round, they beat the North Alabama Lions by a score of 68-60. In the semi-finals, they beat the Kennesaw State Owls with a score of 77-61. Finally, in the championship game, they beat the Liberty Flames with a score of 77-59.
Player of the Tournament
The Player of the Tournament award was given to Jacksonville Dolphins’ forward, Taylor Hodges. Hodges was the Dolphins’ leading scorer in the tournament, averaging 16.7 points per game. He also had 7.7 rebounds per game and 4.7 assists per game, making him a well-rounded and invaluable player for the team.
Other Teams in the Tournament
Though the Jacksonville Dolphins won the tournament, there were other teams that put up a good fight. The Liberty Flames made it to the championship game, while the North Florida Ospreys, Stetson Hatters, and Florida Gulf Coast Eagles all made it to the semi-finals.
Tournament Results
Here are the full results of the ASUN Championship 2022:
- First Round
- Jacksonville Dolphins 68, North Alabama Lions 60
- Lipscomb Bisons 65, North Florida Ospreys 63
- Liberty Flames 73, Stetson Hatters 65
- Kennesaw State Owls 76, Florida Gulf Coast Eagles 63
- Semi-Finals
- Jacksonville Dolphins 77, Kennesaw State Owls 61
- Liberty Flames 67, North Florida Ospreys 63
- Championship Game
- Jacksonville Dolphins 77, Liberty Flames 59
Reaction to the Results
The ASUN Championship 2022 was a thrilling tournament, and the victory of the Jacksonville Dolphins was met with great excitement and joy. Players, coaches, and fans celebrated the victory and congratulated the team.
Jacksonville Dolphins’ Post-Season Plans
The Jacksonville Dolphins’ victory in the ASUN Championship 2022 means they will be heading to the NCAA Tournament. It will be their first appearance in the tournament since 2007, and they’re sure to make a splash.
Conclusion
The Jacksonville Dolphins were the clear victors of the ASUN Championship 2022, beating three tough opponents on their way to victory. They will now be heading to the NCAA Tournament, where they will have the chance to show off their skills on the national stage. It will be an exciting tournament, and we can’t wait to see what the Dolphins can do!