In what could be the biggest win of the season, the Virginia Union University men's basketball team defeated Fairmont State University, ranked seventh in the nation, 76-60 on Wednesday, December 18, at Barco-Stevens Hall in Richmond, Va.

VUU's DJ Mitchell led the way by scoring 28 points while teammate Malachi Dark added 15 points in the win.

Virginia Union's Che Evans scored 10 points and Jonathan King led the Panthers on the boards with nine rebounds.

"This was a huge win for our team and the program," said VUU Head Men's Basketball Coach Jay Butler.  "Anytime you can beat the #7 team in the country on our home court right before the Christmas break was a very good win.  I was very proud of DJ Mitchell today. He did a great job scoring the ball on all three levels.  I was happy to get Malachi Dark back from being out the last couple games. He gives us a much needed low post presence."

Virginia Union will now travel to Staten Island, N.Y., to face the Dolphins of the College of Staten Island at 7:00 p.m. On Thursday, January 2, 2025.