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By Ella Mitchell, Staff Writer • April 22, 2024

Photos: SA presidential candidates compete on the court

At the last home game of the men’s basketball season and the first day of the runoff election, Student Association presidential candidates took the court for a halftime shoot-out.

The Joint Elections Committee will announce the winner of the presidential runoff Thursday at 9 p.m.

John Bennett, Ashwin Narla
Student Association presidential candidates John Bennett and Ashwin Narla sat together courtside during the first half of Wednesday evening's game against La Salle. Francis Rivera | Assistant Photo Editor
John Bennett
During halftime, both candidates competed in the SVM shootout contest. The first one to sink four baskets using the balls lined up at the center court would be the victor. Michelle Rattinger | Senior Photo Editor
Ashwin Narla
Competing neck-and-neck, energized by pockets of supporters in the crowd, Narla edged ahead of Bennett as he made his fourth basket just seconds ahead of his opponent. Francis Rivera | Assistant Photo Editor
John Bennett
After the match-up, Narla and Bennett showed tact, hugging it out at half-court. Bennett tweeted after the game, "@ashwinforgw isn't just a tough campaigner. He can ball." Francis Rivera | Assistant Photo Editor

 

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