Justin McBride and Eli Wilborn hit three free throws in the final 20 seconds to propel James Madison men’s basketball to a 73-71 win over Toledo on Saturday afternoon at the Atlantic Union Bank Center.

The Bridgewater College women’s basketball team bounced back on Saturday with a 54-48 victory over Guilford led by a strong second half.

EMU Men’s Basketball drops home game to No. 17 Roanoke, 73-57

Bridgewater College men’s basketball bested Averett on the road Saturday afternoon by a final score of 80-67.

Friday night high school basketball scores from around the state.

Area High School Basketball Scoreboard – Friday, 2/6

Despite a fourth-quarter surge, No. 19 James Madison lacrosse was unable to overcome its deficit as the Dukes fell to No. 1 North Carolina, 19-11, at Sentara Park on Friday afternoon.

James Madison softball opened the 2026 season with a thrilling 4–3 win over Saint Joseph’s on Friday at Anderson Softball Stadium, throwing out the game-tying run at the plate to end the game.