Emory Advances to Elite Eight After Defeating Yeshiva in Sweet Sixteen

ATLANTA, GA – The Emory University men’s basketball team secured its spot in the NCAA Division III Elite Eight with a 101-80 victory over Yeshiva University in the Sweet Sixteen round on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Woodruff P.E. Center Emory Athletics. This marks the second consecutive trip to the Elite Eight for the Eagles and the third in program history.

Game Summary

Emory opened the game with a strong 16-2 lead and maintained momentum throughout the contest. Senior guard Ben Pearce led the Eagles with 26 points and 10 assists, while A.J. Harris and Ethan Fauss each contributed 19 points. Jair Knight added 15 points, showcasing Emory’s balanced scoring attack Rough Draft Atlanta.

Yeshiva’s Performance

Despite the loss, Yeshiva University put up a strong fight. Guard Zevi Samet led the Maccabees with a game-high 43 points, including 26 in the first half. Yoav Oselka added 20 points for Yeshiva Rough Draft Atlanta. Samet concluded his season with a program-record 737 points The Times of Israel.

Community Support and Significance

The game drew significant support for Yeshiva University, with fans traveling from New York and the Atlanta Jewish community showing up to cheer on the team Rough Draft Atlanta. The event became a celebration of both basketball and spirituality, with supporters planning their visit around Shabbat. A panel discussion, “Meet the Macs,” was hosted by Rabbi Adam Starr, a Yeshiva alum, featuring team members and Orthodox Union Chief of Staff Yoni Cohen Rough Draft Atlanta.

Looking Ahead

Emory University (22-9) will advance to the Elite Eight in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where they will face the winner of another NCAA tournament matchup Emory Athletics. Yeshiva University’s season concludes with a 22-9 record, marking a successful tournament run and a source of pride for its community Skyline Conference.