Tuskegee Dominates in the Paint, Defeats Allen to Extend SIAC Winning Streak

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Tuskegee University Golden Tigers men's basketball team continued their dominant run through the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) with a decisive 76-57 victory over Allen University on the road Thursday night.

Tuskegee, the reigning SIAC champions, showcased their well-rounded offensive attack and stifling defense to handily defeat the Fighting Yellowjackets inside Adams Gymnasium. The Golden Tigers' victory extends their winning streak in SIAC play to six games as they strengthen their hold atop the conference standings.

Led by standout performances from junior guard Jalen Tongue and senior forward Cam Holden, Tuskegee jumped out to an early lead and never looked back. Tongue poured in a game-high 21 points on 8-of-14 shooting, while Holden dominated the interior with a double-double of 17 points and 12 rebounds.

The Golden Tigers' success on the road is particularly noteworthy, as Tuskegee has now won eight of their last nine games away from home.

"Our guys really came out focused and executed our game plan to perfection tonight," said Tuskegee head coach Reginald Ruffin. "We knew we had to establish our presence in the paint, and Cam (Holden) and the rest of the team did a great job of controlling the boards and scoring high-percentage shots."

For Allen, senior guard Rayshawn Neal led the way with 14 points, while junior forward Dashawn Taylor added 12 points and 8 rebounds. However, the Fighting Yellowjackets struggled to keep pace with Tuskegee's relentless attack, especially in the second half.

HBCUConnect Perspective: This victory is another impressive feather in the cap for the Tuskegee Golden Tigers, who have emerged as the clear favorites to repeat as SIAC champions. As an HBCU powerhouse, Tuskegee's continued success on the court serves as a source of pride and inspiration for the entire HBCU community. The Golden Tigers' dominance in conference play demonstrates the wealth of talent and coaching expertise found within HBCU athletic programs, which often go overlooked by the mainstream sports media. This game is a testament to the hard work, determination, and excellence of the Tuskegee student-athletes and coaching staff, and it highlights the importance of supporting and celebrating the achievements of HBCU sports teams.

Originally reported by SIAC Sports.