American University Star Matt Rogers Exits First Four Game with Knee Injury

The Eagles' leading scorer and team leader was ruled out after aggravating a knee injury, leaving his team trailing Mount St. Mary's by 10 points at halftime.

• Matt Rogers, American University's top scorer and Patriot League MVP, sustained a knee injury during the first half of the First Four matchup against Mount St. Mary's.
• Rogers briefly returned to the game after an initial injury but aggravated his knee while defending a drive with 5:29 remaining in the first half.
• He was ruled out for the remainder of the game and was seen on the bench with his knee taped and elevated as the second half began.
• Rogers' absence was felt immediately, with Mount St. Mary's capitalizing to secure a 10-point halftime lead over American University.
• The fifth-year senior, playing in his first NCAA Tournament, ranks among the top 10 in program history for career points and rebounds and averaged 17 points per game this season.

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