Air Force 56, at Navy 61

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Interstat) — In a game defined by grinding defense and offensive inefficiency, the Navy men’s basketball team leaned on the singular brilliance of guard Austin Benigni to secure a 61-56 victory over service academy rival Air Force on Sunday at Alumni Hall. The contest, played before a crowd of 1,928, was a stark contrast in styles and execution. While both teams struggled mightily from the field, each finishing 21 of 53, Navy’s precision at the free-throw line and a dominant second-half performance from Benigni proved to be the decisive factors. The Midshipmen converted 14 of 15 free throws,… Read more...