Hansel Emmanuel had a massive game in Austin Peayβs rivalry win over Murray State on Saturday night. The 20-year-old sophomore, who lost his left arm in a childhood accident, continues to inspire his teammates and the nation!
Emmanuel recorded four points and one assist in 19 minutes. He also recorded a game-high nine rebounds and three blocks while playing a crucial role in the Battle of the Border victory.
His hustle, movement and court awareness allows him to have a major impact despite his disability.
Emmanuelβs lone bucket of the night came on a massive put-back dunk during the first half. He put the Racers rebounder on a poster!
Hansel Emmanuel rules!
When Emmanuel was six years old, a pile of cinderblocks fell on top of him in his home country of the Dominican Republic. The injury was so significant that doctors had to amputate his arm just below his shoulder.
That didnβt stop him from living out his college basketball dreams! The 6-foot-6 guard/forward was a star in high school.
As a result, he earned scholarship offers from Bethune-Cookman, Memphis, Tennessee State and Northwestern State. He chose to play for the Demons and saw his first action last November.
Hansel Emmanuel did not see very many minutes during his freshman season so he chose to transfer to a program that would give him a greater opportunity to play. That was Austin Peay!
The Governors have not been very good this season, but they beat their biggest rivals on Saturday to move to 5-6. Emmanuel is averaging 2.5 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 19.4 minutes per game this year. His performance on Saturday was his best yet!