Gamecocks Edge Cardinals at UTSA Convocation Center in Close Contest

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks secured a narrow victory over the Incarnate Word Cardinals with a final score of 67-65. The Gamecocks now hold a record of 1-0, while the Cardinals fall to 0-1.

In an intense matchup at the UTSA Convocation Center, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks emerged victorious against the Incarnate Word Cardinals. The game was characterized by numerous lead changes, totaling 13 throughout the contest, and saw both teams tied eight times. Despite these shifts in momentum, it was Jacksonville State that ultimately clinched the win.

The Gamecocks demonstrated solid offensive execution with a field goal percentage of 46 rounded up from 45.9 percent and were particularly effective inside, scoring 40 points in paint. Their two-point shooting was impressive as well, converting on approximately 54 percent of their attempts from that range.

Defensively, Jacksonville State matched their opponents with five blocks and surpassed them with eleven steals during the game. This defensive effort contributed to thirteen points off turnovers for both teams equally.

Jacksonville State's rebounding was another key factor in their success; they outrebounded Incarnate Word by six boards overall (39 to 33). Of those rebounds for Jacksonville State, sixteen were on offense which provided them with eleven second-chance points compared to nine by Incarnate Word.

Assists also played a significant role for Jacksonville State as they distributed fifteen assists over the course of play which is almost double that of Incarnate Word's eight assists. This teamwork helped maintain an assist-to-turnover ratio of approximately two for Jacksonville State against half for Incarnate Word.

On individual performances for Jacksonville State – although specific player statistics are not provided – it can be inferred that multiple players contributed effectively given their balanced statistical output across various categories including steals and assists.

For fans looking forward to seeing more action from their team, they can mark their calendars for December 1st when Pete Mathews Coliseum will host an exciting game between The South Alabama Jaguars and The Jacksonville State Gamecocks at midnight Eastern Time (ET). Fans won't want to miss this event which will be broadcasted on ESPN+ via internet streaming services.