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Oscar Cluff delivered a flawless double-double for Purdue as Australians featured across a packed NCAA slate, with strong performances from Abass Bodija, Alex Condon and Will Johnston highlighting another busy day for Aussie college basketball talent on Sunday, December 14, 2025 (AEDT).

🇦🇺 UMass vs Florida State

Central Coast, NSW, freshman Isaiah Walter didn't play for UMass today.

🇦🇺 Davidson 80, Mercer 47 (Final)

Freshman guard RJ Greer made the most of his minutes off the bench as Davidson cruised to a comfortable home win. In a short stint, Greer was efficient and aggressive, scoring at the line and adding defensive pressure as the Wildcats pulled away early and never looked back.

RJ Greer – Freshman | Guard | 1.91 m | Centerville, OH

• Minutes: 7 │ Points: 4 │ Rebounds: 0 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 1–1 (100.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 2–3 (66.7%) │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 0

Notre Dame 82, 🇦🇺 Evansville 58 (Final)

Freshman forward James Dyson-Merwe logged rotation minutes on the road as Evansville fell to a ranked Notre Dame side. With opportunities limited, the Sydney product made his impact at the line and on the glass during a short stint as the Purple Aces struggled to keep pace.

James Dyson-Merwe – Freshman | Forward | Sydney, NSW

• Minutes: 8 │ Points: 1 │ Rebounds: 1 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 0–0 │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 1–2 (50.0%) │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 1

🇦🇺 Fordham 82, Manhattan 53 (Final)

Fordham’s Australian freshmen played key roles in a commanding home win, with Abass Bodija providing efficient interior scoring and rebounding, while Roor Akhuar impacted the glass and defensively despite a tough shooting night. Manhattan’s Fraser Roxburgh worked through heavy minutes on the road as the Jaspers struggled to match Fordham’s physicality.

Abass Bodija (Fordham) – Freshman | Forward | 2.08 m | Brisbane, QLD

• Minutes: 20 │ Points: 14 │ Rebounds: 6 │ Assists: 2 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 6–8 (75.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 2–2 (100.0%) │ Turnovers: 2 │ Fouls: 0

Roor Akhuar (Fordham) – Freshman | Forward | 2.01 m | Canberra, ACT

• Minutes: 25 │ Points: 2 │ Rebounds: 8 │ Assists: 1 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 1 │ FG: 1–7 (14.3%) │ 3PT: 0–4 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ Fouls: 2

Fraser Roxburgh (Manhattan) – Sophomore | Forward | 2.01 m | Melbourne, VIC

• Minutes: 28 │ Points: 7 │ Rebounds: 4 │ Assists: 1 │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 3–9 (33.3%) │ 3PT: 1–3 (33.3%) │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 1

Melbourne sophomore centre Jack Whitbourn hasn't played for Fordham this season.

🇦🇺 Northern Kentucky 80, Bellarmine 76 (Final)

Freshman guard Ethan Elliott played a key role in Northern Kentucky’s road win, handling significant minutes and helping steady the offence late. While his shooting efficiency was limited, the Perth product contributed as a facilitator and defender, staying composed in a tight finish as the Norse closed out the game.

Ethan Elliott – Freshman | Guard | 1.91 m | Perth, WA

• Minutes: 29 │ Points: 3 │ Rebounds: 3 │ Assists: 3 │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 1–5 (20.0%) │ 3PT: 0–2 (0.0%) │ FT: 1–3 (33.3%) │ Turnovers: 1 │ Fouls: 0

🇦🇺 (6) Purdue 79, Marquette 59 (Final)

Senior centre Oscar Cluff delivered a dominant, ultra-efficient performance to power Purdue past Marquette, setting season highs while controlling the paint on both ends. The Sunshine Coast product was flawless offensively, finishing everything around the rim and punishing switches, while also anchoring Purdue’s interior defence with timely blocks and active hands. In just 23 minutes, Cluff imposed his will and turned the game decisively in Purdue’s favour.

Oscar Cluff – Senior | Center | 2.11 m | Sunshine Coast, QLD

• Minutes: 23 │ Points: 22 │ Rebounds: 11 │ Assists: 1 │ Steals: 2 │ Blocks: 2 │ FG: 9–9 (100.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 4–4 (100.0%) │ Turnovers: 2 │ Fouls: 3

🇦🇺 (18) Florida 80, George Washington 70 (Final)

Junior forward Alex Condon filled the box score in a controlled home win as Florida leaned on his versatility and decision-making in the AutoNation Orange Bowl Classic. While his scoring output was modest on the night, the Perth product impacted the game across multiple areas — rebounding, playmaking, and defence — helping steady the Gators through key stretches and close out the result.

Alex Condon – Junior | Forward | 2.11 m | Perth, WA

• Minutes: 33 │ Points: 5 │ Rebounds: 9 │ Assists: 7 │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 1 │ FG: 2–4 (50.0%) │ 3PT: 0–2 (0.0%) │ FT: 1–6 (16.7%) │ Turnovers: 3 │ Fouls: 2

Perth sophomore guard Alex Kovatchev didn't play for Florida today.

🇦🇺 New Mexico State vs Tulsa

Queensland sophomore Amarco Doyle didn't play for New Mexico State today.

🇦🇺 Cal State Fullerton @ Denver

Melbourne junior guard Bailey Nunn didn't play for Cal State today.

🇦🇺 Syracuse vs Hofstra

Melbourne freshman guard Luke Fennell didn't play for Syracuse today.

Villanova 79, 🇦🇺 Pittsburgh 61 (Final)

Freshman forward Roman Siulepa logged solid rotation minutes in a difficult road matchup as Pittsburgh fell to Villanova. While the Brisbane product was unable to convert his scoring chances, he contributed on the glass and as a secondary passer, competing physically against a veteran Wildcats frontcourt in a challenging environment.

Roman Siulepa – Freshman | Forward | 1.98 m | Brisbane, QLD

• Minutes: 20 │ Points: 0 │ Rebounds: 4 │ Assists: 2 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 0–3 (0.0%) │ 3PT: 0–1 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 2 │ Fouls: 2

Sydney freshman forward Henry Lau didn't play for Pitt today. He is yet to play this season.

🇦🇺 Alabama A&M 67, Arkansas Baptist 59 (Final)

Junior forward Angok Anyang saw rotation minutes as Alabama A&M secured a home win, contributing defensively during a short stint on the floor. While the Adelaide product did not register a scoring attempt, he provided size and effort in the frontcourt as the Bulldogs closed out the result.

Angok Anyang – Junior | Forward | 2.06 m | Adelaide, SA

• Minutes: 9 │ Points: 0 │ Rebounds: 1 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 0–0 │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 2

🇦🇺 Ohio 88, St. Bonaventure 83 (OT, Final)

Freshman forward Kiir Kuany made a sharp impact in limited minutes as Ohio edged St. Bonaventure in an overtime thriller at the Cleveland Hoops Showdown. The Melbourne product capitalised on his opportunities, knocking down both of his shots — including a timely three — and adding a block as the Bobcats pulled out a hard-fought win.

Kiir Kuany – Freshman | Forward | 2.06 m | Melbourne, VIC

• Minutes: 7 │ Points: 3 │ Rebounds: 0 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 1 │ FG: 1–1 (100.0%) │ 3PT: 1–1 (100.0%) │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 0

🇦🇺 Oregon State 67, Montana State 57 (Final)

Junior centre Yaak Yaak delivered a strong interior performance as Oregon State secured a home win, impacting the game defensively and at the free-throw line. The Adelaide big man protected the rim consistently and stayed aggressive inside, helping the Beavers control the paint across the second half.

Yaak Yaak – Junior | Center | 2.11 m | Adelaide, SA

• Minutes: 22 │ Points: 10 │ Rebounds: 3 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 5 │ FG: 2–4 (50.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 6–7 (85.7%) │ Turnovers: 2 │ Fouls: 5

Melbourne junior forward Stephen Olowoniyi didn't play for the Beavers today.

Mount St. Mary’s 81, 🇦🇺 Loyola Maryland 73 (Final)

Freshman forward Emmett Adair logged heavy minutes and continued to shoulder offensive responsibility despite a tough shooting night as Loyola Maryland fell at home to Mount St. Mary’s. The Sydney product stayed aggressive, getting to the line efficiently and contributing on the glass, while also applying defensive pressure as the Greyhounds fought to stay in touch.

Emmett Adair – Freshman | Forward | 2.06 m | Sydney, NSW

• Minutes: 29 │ Points: 9 │ Rebounds: 7 │ Assists: 1 │ Steals: 2 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 2–10 (20.0%) │ 3PT: 1–6 (16.7%) │ FT: 4–4 (100.0%) │ Turnovers: 3 │ Fouls: 4

🇦🇺 Richmond 93, Southern Illinois 84 (OT, Final)

Senior guard Will Johnston delivered a composed, clutch performance as Richmond outlasted Southern Illinois in overtime, providing timely scoring and perimeter shot-making to swing the contest. The Sydney product was efficient from the field and deadly from deep, while also stepping up at the free-throw line as the Spiders pulled away in the extra period.

Will Johnston – Senior | Guard | 1.91 m | Sydney, NSW

• Minutes: 34 │ Points: 17 │ Rebounds: 5 │ Assists: 2 │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 5–10 (50.0%) │ 3PT: 3–5 (60.0%) │ FT: 4–4 (100.0%) │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 1

Northern Iowa 75, 🇦🇺 Oakland 63 (Final)

Oakland leaned heavily on Tuburu Naivalurua in a tough road matchup, with the senior forward logging big minutes and competing on the glass as the Golden Grizzlies fell away late. Fellow Australian Nate Deer saw only a brief stint off the bench as Oakland struggled to find consistent offence against Northern Iowa’s defence.

Tuburu Naivalurua (Oakland) – Senior | Forward | 2.03 m | Sydney, NSW

• Minutes: 34 │ Points: 6 │ Rebounds: 8 │ Assists: 2 │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 3–9 (33.3%) │ 3PT: 0–2 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–1 (0.0%) │ Turnovers: 3 │ Fouls: 4

Nate Deer (Oakland) – Senior | Forward | 2.08 m | Adelaide, SA

• Minutes: 3 │ Points: 0 │ Rebounds: 0 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 0–0 │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 0–2 (0.0%) │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 0

(15) Vanderbilt 83, 🇦🇺 Central Arkansas 72 (Final)

Central Arkansas received contributions from its two Australian freshmen in a competitive road loss, with Harry Beauchamp providing efficient shooting in limited minutes and Truman Byrne battling inside against Vanderbilt’s size. While the Bears couldn’t sustain momentum late, both young Australians showed encouraging signs against ranked opposition.

Harry Beauchamp – Freshman | Guard | 1.96 m | Melbourne, VIC

• Minutes: 14 │ Points: 3 │ Rebounds: 1 │ Assists: 1 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 1–1 (100.0%) │ 3PT: 1–1 (100.0%) │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 2 │ Fouls: 2

Truman Byrne – Freshman | Forward | 2.08 m | Melbourne, VIC

• Minutes: 15 │ Points: 2 │ Rebounds: 2 │ Assists: 1 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 0–4 (0.0%) │ 3PT: 0–3 (0.0%) │ FT: 2–2 (100.0%) │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 0

10 BYU 100, 🇦🇺 UC Riverside 53 (Final)

Freshman guard Ben Waller logged solid rotation minutes in a difficult road matchup as UC Riverside ran into a powerful BYU side. While the Highlanders struggled to contain the Cougars’ scoring, the Traralgon product showed confidence from the perimeter and competed on the glass during his time on the floor.

Ben Waller – Freshman | Guard | Traralgon, VIC

• Minutes: 15 │ Points: 3 │ Rebounds: 3 │ Assists: 1 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 1–4 (25.0%) │ 3PT: 1–2 (50.0%) │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 0

🇦🇺 Arizona 96, Alabama 75 (Final)

Senior guard Anthony Dell’Orso provided a scoring punch as Arizona overpowered Alabama at the C.M. Newton Classic, knocking down shots in key stretches to help the Wildcats pull clear. While his efficiency dipped from long range, the Melbourne product remained aggressive offensively and capitalised at the line as Arizona controlled the game.

Anthony Dell’Orso – Senior | Guard | 1.98 m | Melbourne, VIC

• Minutes: 19 │ Points: 13 │ Rebounds: 3 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 5–13 (38.5%) │ 3PT: 2–7 (28.6%) │ FT: 1–1 (100.0%) │ Turnovers: 1 │ Fouls: 2

🇦🇺 Mississippi State 78, Utah 72 (Final)

Senior forward Achor Achor saw limited floor time as Mississippi State edged Utah in a tight contest, with the Bulldogs doing enough late to secure the win. The Melbourne product appeared briefly as Mississippi State tightened its rotation and leaned on its core group down the stretch.

Achor Achor – Senior | Forward | 2.06 m | Melbourne, VIC

• Minutes: 5 │ Points: 0 │ Rebounds: 0 │ Assists: 0 │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ FG: 0–0 │ 3PT: 0–0 │ FT: 0–0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ Fouls: 1

• 🇦🇺 UC San Diego vs Tulane (3:30PM) — Bol Dengdit (Jr)
• 🇦🇺 Hawai‘i vs UTEP (3:59PM) — Harry Rouhliadeff (Sr)

Tomorrow — December 14, 2025

• 🇦🇺 Charleston vs 🇦🇺 Charlotte (8:00 AM) — Will Mortimore (So) and Frank Oguche (Fr)
• 🇦🇺 Detroit Mercy @ Purdue Fort Wayne (9:00 AM) — Xavier Istomin-Monroe (Fr)
• 🇦🇺 East Carolina vs Buffalo (5:00 AM) — Paddy D'Arcy (Fr)
• 🇦🇺 High Point vs App State (6:00 AM) — Josh Ibukunoluwa (So)
• 🇦🇺 Maryland Eastern Shore @ Virginia Tech (4:00 AM) — Joseph Locandro (Sr)
• 🇦🇺 Milwaukee vs Indiana State (6:00 AM) — Ned Renfree (Fr)
• 🇦🇺 Portland vs Kent State (9:00 AM) — Parker (Sr), Briggs (So), O’Donnell (So), Foxwell (Fr)
• 🇦🇺 Saint Mary’s vs Boise State (10:00 AM) — Wessels (Sr), Dent (So), Hawke (So)