Two Kentucky State University players registered double-doubles, but the Thorobreds fell to Salem University Thursday, 91-82, in non-conference action at the William Exum Center.

Senior Austin Sherrell (Detroit, MI) achieved the feat for the second straight game with 18 points and 13 rebounds, while senior David Jelks (Conyers, GA) added 14 points and a season-high 15 rebounds.

Senior Ditalion Battle (Cincinnati, OH) led the team with 21 points, six assists, six rebounds and two steals. Senior Kevin Hayes (Detroit, MI) was the fourth KSU player in double figures with 13 points.

Kentucky State (7-12 overall) returns to action 3 p.m. Saturday, hosting Lane in Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference action.

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