Josh Dalton anchored a dominant offensive performance for the Elon Phoenix, scoring 21 points to guide the team to an 84-71 victory over the Columbia Lions on Monday night in New York. The win marked a strong start for the Phoenix, who finished the season opener with a 1-0 record. Dalton’s scoring surge was complemented by his presence on the glass, where he secured eight rebounds, establishing a physical edge early in the contest.
Phoenix guard dominates as Hunter Harding’s triple-double threat powers decisive road victory
Hunter Harding provided a versatile spark for Elon, finishing with 15 points on efficient 7-of-11 shooting from the floor. His all-around impact was highlighted by a near triple-double, as he tallied eight rebounds and eight assists, facilitating the offense with precision. Bryson Cokley added 13 points while shooting 5-of-9, ensuring the Phoenix maintained consistent scoring pressure throughout the game.
Columbia’s Josh Pratt led the Lions in scoring with 14 points and three steals, while Gerard O’Keefe and Josiah Cunningham each contributed 14 and 13 points, respectively. Despite their efforts, the Lions fell to 0-1 after the loss. Elon will look to build on this momentum when they host UNC Greensboro on Friday, while Columbia prepares to face SUNY-Old Westbury on Thursday.
Source: Yahoo Sports
