COLUMBIA, S.C. — Stetson men's basketball continued its opening-week road swing Tuesday night, falling 81-55 to South Carolina at Colonial Life Arena.
Collin Kuhl led the Hatters with 17 points and a season-high seven rebounds, while
Roman Miller added a season-best 11 points. Stetson also saw
Jean-Ernest Boyomo Keedi and
Mason Fuentes record the first points of their collegiate careers.
The Hatters came out with an aggressive start, finding early success offensively. Kuhl connected from beyond the arc off an assist from
Thiago Sucatzky to put Stetson in front 7-5 with 16:59 remaining in the first half. The Hatters continued to work for opportunities on the offensive end, with
Magnus Entenmann providing production inside and from the perimeter. South Carolina eventually built separation and carried a 42-25 advantage into halftime.
Stetson continued to compete after the break, looking to generate offense against the Gamecocks. Kuhl led the way, scoring 17 points on 6-for-10 shooting while adding seven rebounds and two steals. He has now scored at least 17 points in each of the Hatters' first two games, establishing himself as an early offensive leader.
Miller also provided a strong contribution, finishing with a season-high 11 points on 3-for-6 shooting from the field and 4-for-6 from the free-throw line. The Hatters continued to find scoring opportunities from beyond the arc late in the contest, with
Miller McGowan and Boyomo Keedi each connecting from three-point range. Boyomo Keedi and Fuentes also reached the scoring column for the first time in their collegiate careers, marking an important milestone for both newcomers.
Alex Doyle contributed six points, knocking down two three-pointers, while Entenmann added five points, four rebounds and a block. Stetson finished with 21 made field goals, including seven from beyond the arc, and continued to distribute opportunities throughout the lineup.
Hatters Top Performers
- Collin Kuhl: 17 points, 6-for-10 from the field, seven rebounds and two steals.
- Roman Miller: Season-high 11 points, 3-for-6 from the field and 4-for-6 from the free-throw line.
- Alex Doyle: Six points, 2-for-4 from three-point range and one block.
- Magnus Entenmann: Five points, four rebounds and one block.
Up Next
The Hatters continue their season-opening road trip on Friday, Nov. 6, traveling to Morgantown, West Virginia, to face West Virginia at 7:00 p.m. at Hope Coliseum.
About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters
