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Lower Columbia standout Aaron Alston inks with Div I Southern University

ALSTON LANDS D-1 SCHOLARSHIP

Longview, WA -- LCC men's basketball star Aaron Alston has signed a national letter of intent to play Division-1 basketball at Southern University in Louisiana.

Alston led the Red Devils in scoring at 16.6 points per game and was named the Freshman of the Year in the NWAACC West. 

LCC head coach Jim Roffler is happy for Alston. "Aaron learned a lot in his time here and we're proud he was able to earn a scholarship at Southern, said Roffler.  “He should have a great time in the Bayou." 

Alston came to Longview from Hesperia, California and was immediate impact for Lower Columbia during his freshman season. The 6-7 forward also averaged 7.9 rebounds per game, leading the Devils to an NWAACC Championship tournament berth.