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Xavier Amos, former Whitney M. Young Magnet High School standout, played on Tuesday, February 13 in NCAA D1 game

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By DeKalb Times

On Tuesday, February 13, former Whitney M. Young Magnet High School standout, Xavier Amos’ current college team, the Northern Illinois Huskies, won 72-68 in their NCAA D1 game against the Buffalo Bulls.

The game took place in DeKalb, Illinois. This was the first matchup against the Buffalo Bulls this season.

The Northern Illinois Huskies’ next game is scheduled for Saturday, February 17 at 1 p.m. in Kent, Ohio.

Name: Xavier Amos

Position: Forward

Hometown: Chicago

Height: 6′8″

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