RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia Union University men's basketball team earned its 20th win of the 2025–26 season Wednesday night, defeating Winston-Salem State University, 76–49, in front of a near-capacity crowd at Barco-Stevens Hall. The victory marks the Panthers' most wins in a single season since the 2022–23 campaign.
Virginia Union controlled the contest from start to finish, using balanced scoring and a strong defensive effort to pull away early and never look back. The Panthers shot efficiently from the field and from beyond the arc while limiting Winston-Salem State's offensive opportunities throughout the night.
Leading Scorers:

• Noah Richardson-Keyes led VUU with 12 points.
• Travis Vaughn added 11 points, knocking down three three-pointers.
• Tahj Harding also finished with 11 points.
• Jeremiah Morris contributed eight points.
• Nemo Johnson chipped in seven points.
• Wonzooly Bruce finished with six points.

Virginia Union's depth was on full display, as every available player saw action, contributing to the Panthers' dominance on both ends of the floor.
Coach's Quote:
"This shows just how much the guys have been putting in this season," said VUU Head Men's Basketball Coach Jay Butler. "Anytime you can get the entire team in and give everybody a chance to play is a great thing. It was a good defensive performance, and we had a great crowd in here tonight. It was a great team win."
Up Next:
Virginia Union returns to action on Saturday, February 7, against Elizabeth City State in Elizabeth City, N.C.