Brooklyn, NY- The Mount Saint Mary College Men's Basketball team (7-17, 5-10 Skyline) closed out their final road game of the season with an exciting 82-64 victory over St. Joseph's University-Brooklyn (5-19, 4-11 Skyline). The victory sets the stage for an emotional Senior Day celebration this Saturday, February 17th, as the Knights host Purchase College (7-17, 4-11 Skyline) for their final game of the season.

Key Players Lead the Charge

The Knights received contributions from across the roster, with Jayden Racca (12 pts, 5 reb, 1 stl) and Jayden Figueroa (9 pts, 8 reb) pacing the attack. Connor Cyran provided a spark off the bench, draining three threes and finishing with 17 points and 2 rebounds. Rob Geremino (8 pts) and Justin Rivera (7 pts, 2 reb) also chipped in valuable minutes.

Highlights and Turning Point

The game was a tight affair throughout, with the lead changing hands 10 times. The Knights found their rhythm in the second half, shooting an impressive 65.52% from the field and outscoring the Bears by 16 points. A key stretch midway through the second half saw the Knights pull away, going on a 10-0 run to build a double-digit lead they wouldn't relinquish.

Looking Ahead: Senior Day and Season Finale

With their regular season now complete, the Knights turn their attention to Saturday's Senior Day matchup against Purchase College. Before the game tips off at 2:00 PM, the Knights will hold a special ceremony to honor their graduating seniors. Head Coach Ryan Kadlubowki shared his thoughts on the upcoming game, saying, "We're excited to celebrate our seniors and send them out on a high note. It's been a challenging year, but this group has shown incredible dedication to each other and the program. We want to finish strong and give our fans something to cheer about."

Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of Senior Day! Come out and support the Knights as they close out their season on Saturday, February 17th at 1:30 PM.