Bramanti, Smith, Armstrong Named 2015-16 Men’s Basketball Captains

DURHAM, N.H. – Head coach Bill Herrion of the University of New Hampshire men's basketball team has announced juniors Joe Bramanti (Andover, Mass.), Jaleen Smith (Freeport, Texas) and Jacoby Armstrong (Sachse, Texas) as tri-captains for the 2015-16 season.

"We are excited to have Joe, Jaleen and Jacoby as our three captains this year," said Herrion. "All three of those players have veteran experience at UNH with many minutes. Great leadership is the most important quality we wanted in our captains this year as we enter this new season."

Bramanti returns as captain, after fulfilling the role last season. The guard started in 19 of 25 games played, averaging 4.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game. Following the season, he was named to the America East All-Defensive Team and the National Association of Basketball Coaches Honors Court, recognizing men's collegiate basketball student-athletes who excelled in the classroom during the season.

Smith earns his first bid as captain for the program following a stellar 2014-15 season. The guard earned America East All-Championship Team honors following his play during the conference postseason. Throughout 32 games played, he ranked second on the team in points at 10.7 per game, led the Wildcats with 2.8 assists per game and recorded the highest free throw percentage on the squad, 80.5 percent. On the defensive end, he notched 43 steals to pace the team and ranked second in rebounds at 5.2 a game.

Armstrong earns captaincy after ranking third in points per game last season (9.9). He started in 26 of 32 games played and finished with 4.1 rebounds per game and 16 blocks. The forward led the team with a 51.5 percent (124 of 241) mark from the field. He was named to the America East All-Conference Third Team following the regular season, one of five Wildcats to receive postseason awards.

New Hampshire opens its season at Lundholm Gymnasium on Friday, Nov. 13 (7:30 p.m.) against Lyndon State College. The Wildcats are coming off a 19-win season that pushed them to the America East Semifinals and the CollegeInsider.com Tournament. For tickets this season, call the box office at 603-862-4000 ext. 5 or click HERE.

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