Lamar University, located in Beaumont, Texas, has active men’s and women’s basketball programs competing in the Southland Conference.
Men’s Basketball:
The Lamar Cardinals men’s basketball team is currently participating in the Southland Conference tournament. They secured a spot in the championship game after a thrilling 58-55 comeback victory over Nicholls in the semifinals, rallying from a 12-point first-half deficit. Key contributors include Alexis Marmolejos, who led with 17 points, and Ja’Sean Jackson, who added 12 points. The championship game is scheduled for 4 p.m. on Wednesday at the Legacy Center.
Women’s Basketball:
The Lamar Lady Cardinals women’s basketball team concluded their regular season as Southland Conference champions with a 17-1 conference record. They advanced to the championship game of the Southland Conference tournament but were defeated by Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. Following this, they participated in the inaugural Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament (WBIT), where their season ended with a first-round loss to Washington State.
For the latest updates and more information on Lamar University basketball, you can visit their official athletics website.