Seton Hall won the NIT on Thursday, defeating Indiana State in a game that came down to the wire. Pirates coach Shaheen Holloway earned great praise for his actions with Sycamores star Robbie Avila right after the game.
While Seton Hall went on a 9-0 run to take a late lead, the Sycamores had the ball last with a chance to send the game to overtime or even win it outright with a three. The Pirates defense held strong, though to pull off a 79-77 win.
When the game was over, cameras found Avila, who has become one of college basketball’s most well-known players, standing hunched over with his hands on his knees. Avila was clearly and understandably upset. When Halloway got to Avila, he lifted his head and gave the Indiana State star a brief, but inspiring pep talk before the two embraced.
Holloway earned significant praise for his actions.
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