VCU's journey at the Charleston Classic proved to be a challenging one, with the Rams dropping tightly contested games against Seton Hall and Nevada. Both matchups highlighted the team's resilience but also underscored areas for growth.
In their tournament opener, VCU battled Seton Hall into overtime but ultimately fell 69-66. Despite a strong showing from graduate guard Max Shulga, who led the team with 16 points and 10 rebounds, the Rams couldn't capitalize on their opportunities late in the game. Seton Hall, led by Chaunce Jenkins and Dylan Addae-Wusu, leaned on their experience to outlast VCU in the extra period.
The following night, the Rams faced Nevada and endured another heartbreaking loss, 64-61. VCU controlled much of the game, leading by as many as 15 points, but Nevada's second-half surge turned the tide. Zeb Jackson and Shulga combined for 35 points, but Nevada's Kobe Sanders sealed the victory with a late three-pointer.
Former VCU Ram Ed Nixon breaks down the Rams' performance in the first two matchups in the Charleston Classic before they take on Miami on Sunday.
In their tournament opener, VCU battled Seton Hall into overtime but ultimately fell 69-66. Despite a strong showing from graduate guard Max Shulga, who led the team with 16 points and 10 rebounds, the Rams couldn't capitalize on their opportunities late in the game. Seton Hall, led by Chaunce Jenkins and Dylan Addae-Wusu, leaned on their experience to outlast VCU in the extra period.
The following night, the Rams faced Nevada and endured another heartbreaking loss, 64-61. VCU controlled much of the game, leading by as many as 15 points, but Nevada's second-half surge turned the tide. Zeb Jackson and Shulga combined for 35 points, but Nevada's Kobe Sanders sealed the victory with a late three-pointer.
Former VCU Ram Ed Nixon breaks down the Rams' performance in the first two matchups in the Charleston Classic before they take on Miami on Sunday.
