Sam Houston Dominates College of Biblical Studies 117-57
Sunday, December 28, 2025, 3:30 PM ET · Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum
Sam Houston Bearkats 117, College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors vs Sam Houston Bearkats?
Sam Houston Bearkats beat College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors 117-57 at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum on December 28, 2025.
In a commanding display, the Sam Houston Bearkats triumphed over the College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors with a final score of 117-57 at the Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum. This matchup was notable not only for the significant margin of victory but also for the contrasting fortunes of both teams leading into the game. Sam Houston entered the contest with a home record of 8-4 and a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they had lost their previous game against New Mexico State Aggies, 78-87. The Bearkats averaged 84.5 points scored and allowed 78.1 points per game during this stretch, showcasing their offensive capabilities despite some defensive vulnerabilities.
In stark contrast, the College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors were struggling significantly, having lost their last ten games, with an overall record of 0-10. Their recent performances were particularly concerning, as they averaged only 50.0 points scored while allowing a staggering 104.9 points per game. Their last five games reflected this downward trend, with an average score of 52.2 points for and 109.0 points against. This game was crucial for the Bearkats to solidify their home dominance and build momentum as they approached the latter part of the season.
The Bearkats' home performance this season had been strong, with a perfect 2-0 record at home in their last ten games. In contrast, the Ambassadors struggled on the road, failing to secure a win in their last ten away games, which contributed to their overall season struggles. The previous meetings between these two teams had not been documented in the provided facts, but the current form suggested a significant disparity in competitiveness.
The injury situation was not detailed in the block, leaving questions about player availability for both teams. However, the overwhelming performance from Sam Houston indicated that they were likely at full strength, while the Ambassadors' ongoing struggles suggested they might be dealing with challenges that extended beyond just injuries.
As for the market, the odds favored Sam Houston heavily, reflecting their strong home record and the Ambassadors' dismal away performance. The home win probability was listed at 1.0, indicating that bookmakers had little faith in an upset.
The game conditions were not specifically mentioned, but the Bearkats' home court advantage at the Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum likely played a role in their performance. As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a variety of scoring plays that highlighted Sam Houston's offensive depth. Notable moments included Jacob Walker's impressive 27-foot three-point jumper and Jaxson Ford's consistent scoring, which contributed to the overwhelming lead.
Overall, the fixture served as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by the College of Biblical Studies, while Sam Houston showcased their potential as a formidable opponent in the NCAAB landscape.
Leaders
- PointsIsaiah Manning27Sam Houston Bearkats
- AssistsJacobe Coleman6Sam Houston Bearkats
- ReboundsMatt Dann15Sam Houston Bearkats
- PointsMarquice Scott19College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
- AssistsMarquice Scott2College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
- ReboundsFrank Madubuko7College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
Recent form
Sam Houston Bearkats
Last 10: 6-4Streak L184.5 scored · 78.1 allowed per game2-0 at home
- L78-87at New Mexico State AggiesDec 21
- W85-75at Oregon State BeaversDec 18
- W82-70at Texas Southern TigersDec 6
- L83-93at Oklahoma State CowboysDec 3
- W94-68at Idaho VandalsNov 29
- W84-81at Idaho State BengalsNov 26
- W105-54vs Schreiner MountaineersNov 22
- W78-70vs Wyoming CowboysNov 20
- L79-85at Utah UtesNov 16
- L77-98at Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 8
College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1050 scored · 104.9 allowed per game0-10 away
- L51-109at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 20
- L49-117at Nicholls ColonelsDec 11
- L44-102at Texas Southern TigersNov 27
- L67-85at Houston Christian HuskiesNov 21
- L50-132at McNeese CowboysNov 11
- L30-97at UTSA RoadrunnersNov 6
- L38-109at Rice OwlsNov 5
- L48-95at Prairie View A&M PanthersNov 3
- L55-100at Grambling TigersDec 30
- L68-103at Texas Southern TigersDec 29
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors | Sam Houston Bearkats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-71 | 44-79 |
| Field goal % | 28 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 11-41 | 12-30 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 40 |
| Free throws | 6-11 | 17-26 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 66 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 25 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 41 |
| Assists | 6 | 19 |
| Steals | 6 | 10 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 62 |
| Fouls | 17 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 60 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half33-69Judah Pickens makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half33-71Jaxson Ford makes layup
- 2nd Half33-74Jacob Walker makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaxson Ford assists)
- 2nd Half34-74Judah Pickens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-74Judah Pickens makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-75Matt Dann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-77Kashie Natt makes layup
- 2nd Half38-77Kendall Hamilton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Judah Pickens assists)
- 2nd Half38-78Matt Dann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-79Matt Dann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-81Veljko Ilic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half40-81Kendall Hamilton makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-83Veljko Ilic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half43-83Darion Ramos makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half43-85Veljko Ilic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-85Darion Ramos makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-86Jacob Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-88Isaiah Manning makes layup
- 2nd Half48-88Darion Ramos makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-90Isaiah Manning makes layup (Jacobe Coleman assists)
- 2nd Half51-90Darion Ramos makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-93Jacobe Coleman makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kashie Natt assists)
- 2nd Half51-95Veljko Ilic makes layup (Kashie Natt assists)
- 2nd Half51-97Isaiah Manning makes layup
- 2nd Half51-98Isaiah Manning makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-99Isaiah Manning makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-100Matt Dann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-101Matt Dann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-102Isaiah Manning makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-103Isaiah Manning makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-105Isaiah Manning makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-105Treveon Ford makes 18-foot jumper (Marquice Scott assists)
- 2nd Half53-106Damon Nicholas Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-107Matt Dann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-107Darion Ramos makes 25-foot three point jumper (Frank Madubuko assists)
- 2nd Half56-110Jacob Walker makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half56-112Jaxson Ford makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-112Frank Madubuko makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-114Jaxson Ford makes layup
- 2nd Half57-117Jacob Walker makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jacobe Coleman assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Sam Houston Bearkats, below favours College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors.
Venue
- Bernard G. Johnson ColiseumHuntsville, TX
- Attendance210
- OfficialsJeffrey Johnson, RJ Johnson, Stephen Orkus Jr
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