NCAAB · Final

VMI Dominates Christendom in Lopsided Victory

Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Cameron Hall

VMI Keydets 89, Christendom Crusaders 36, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Christendom Crusaders vs VMI Keydets?

VMI Keydets beat Christendom Crusaders 89-36 at Cameron Hall on December 5, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the VMI Keydets triumphed over the Christendom Crusaders with a final score of 89-36 at Cameron Hall. This decisive victory not only highlights VMI's offensive prowess but also underscores the struggles faced by Christendom in their recent outings.

VMI entered the game with a home record of 4-7 and a recent form that had seen them lose six consecutive games, averaging 61.8 points scored and allowing 85.4 points in their last five contests. Despite these struggles, the Keydets managed to put on a show, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Crusaders significantly. VMI's overall scoring average for the season was 75.0 points, while they allowed an average of 78.8 points.

On the other hand, the Crusaders came into this matchup with a record of 0-1 for the season, having lost their only game against VMI earlier in the season by a score of 56-102. This latest defeat adds to their woes, as they averaged just 56.0 points scored and allowed a staggering 102.0 points in their single outing. The Crusaders' away record now stands at 0-1, further emphasizing their challenges on the road.

In terms of previous meetings, VMI has shown dominance over Christendom, winning both encounters this season decisively. The first game on November 13, 2024, ended with VMI winning 102-56, setting a precedent for this latest matchup.

Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences for either team that would impact the game, allowing both squads to field their regular lineups. The conditions at Cameron Hall were favorable for a basketball game, contributing to VMI's strong performance.

The scoring plays in the second half showcased VMI's offensive depth, with several players contributing to the scoreline. Linus Holmstrom was particularly effective, making key three-point shots and layups to push the score further away from the Crusaders. The Keydets' ability to maintain pressure and capitalize on their scoring opportunities was evident throughout the game.

The betting market had VMI as the clear favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the expectations for their performance against Christendom. As the game unfolded, it became clear that VMI met and exceeded those expectations.

Overall, this game serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by Christendom, while VMI can take confidence from this comprehensive victory as they look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures.

Leaders

PointsTJ Johnson22VMI Keydets
AssistsLinus Holmstrom9VMI Keydets
ReboundsCal Liston12VMI Keydets
PointsBobby Vander Woude13Christendom Crusaders
AssistsJohn Fowler3Christendom Crusaders
ReboundsEdmund Thomas11Christendom Crusaders

Recent form

VMI Keydets

Last 10: 3-7Streak L675 scored · 78.8 allowed per game2-2 at home

L57-82at UCF KnightsNov 29
L48-81vs Bowling Green FalconsNov 26
L70-78at Buffalo BullsNov 24
L80-99at Stetson HattersNov 23
L54-87at Richmond SpidersNov 20
L67-69vs Jacksonville DolphinsNov 15
W106-54vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsNov 12
L68-106at Missouri TigersNov 9
W78-74at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesNov 8
W122-58vs Johnson & Wales-Charlotte JOHNSON & WALES-CHARLOTTENov 3

Christendom Crusaders

1 game: 0-1Streak L156 scored · 102 allowed per game0-1 away

L56-102at VMI KeydetsNov 13

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
East Tennessee State	23-11	-	13-5
Mercer	19-13	2	11-7
Wofford	19-13	2	11-7
Samford	18-14	2	11-7
Furman	22-13	3	10-8
Western Carolina	15-16	3	10-8
UNC Greensboro	15-19	4	9-9
Chattanooga	13-19	6	7-11
The Citadel	11-22	6	7-11
VMI	6-26	12	1-17

Box score

Stat	Christendom Crusaders	VMI Keydets
Field goals	13-63	33-72
Field goal %	21	46
Three-pointers	5-18	18-46
Three-point %	28	39
Free throws	5-9	5-8
Free throw %	56	63
Rebounds	34	59
Offensive rebounds	9	15
Defensive rebounds	25	44
Assists	10	24
Steals	5	8
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	13	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	18
Fast-break points	2	24
Points in the paint	10	24
Fouls	10	14
Largest lead	3	55
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	4	92

How the scoring went

1st Half12-30Kaden Stuckey made Jumper. Assisted by Tan Yildizoglu.
1st Half12-32TJ Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Linus Holmstrom.
1st Half12-35TJ Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Linus Holmstrom.
1st Half12-37Linus Holmstrom made Layup.
1st Half12-40Walker Andrews made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tan Yildizoglu.
1st Half12-42Walker Andrews made Layup.
1st Half15-42John Fowler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daniel Schultz.
1st Half15-44Jaylen Pazon made Layup.
1st Half15-46Jaylen Pazon made Jumper.
1st Half15-47Jaylen Pazon made Free Throw.
1st Half18-47Charlie Evich made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bobby Vander Woude.
1st Half18-48Kaden Stuckey made Free Throw.
1st Half18-49Kaden Stuckey made Free Throw.
2nd Half18-51Linus Holmstrom made Layup.
2nd Half18-54Tan Yildizoglu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cal Liston.
2nd Half21-54Bobby Vander Woude made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Ross.
2nd Half21-56Tan Yildizoglu made Layup.
2nd Half23-56Luke Ross made Layup. Assisted by John Fowler.
2nd Half23-58Mario Tatum Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Linus Holmstrom.
2nd Half23-61Linus Holmstrom made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mario Tatum Jr..
2nd Half23-62Jaylen Pazon made Free Throw.
2nd Half23-64Jaylen Pazon made Layup.
2nd Half24-64Luke Ross made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-64Charlie Evich made Layup. Assisted by John Fowler.
2nd Half26-67Cal Liston made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tan Yildizoglu.
2nd Half26-69Jaylen Pazon made Dunk.
2nd Half26-72Jaylen Pazon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tan Yildizoglu.
2nd Half26-75Walker Andrews made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tan Yildizoglu.
2nd Half28-75Bobby Vander Woude made Jumper.
2nd Half30-75Daniel Schultz made Jumper.
2nd Half30-78Cal Liston made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Pazon.
2nd Half31-78John Fowler made Free Throw.
2nd Half32-78John Fowler made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-78Luke Ross made Layup. Assisted by Edmund Thomas.
2nd Half34-81Walker Andrews made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Linus Holmstrom.
2nd Half34-84Linus Holmstrom made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Pazon.
2nd Half34-86Linus Holmstrom made Layup.
2nd Half34-89Branford Edmonds III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Walker Andrews.
2nd Half35-89Edmund Thomas made Free Throw.
2nd Half36-89Edmund Thomas made Free Throw.