Riley Parker’s impressive performance of 28 points was pivotal in leading Saint Francis (PA) to a thrilling 85-80 victory over Fairleigh Dickinson in overtime on Saturday.
Parker showcased his shooting skills by hitting 10 of his 15 attempts, including 4 out of 7 from three-point territory, and was perfect from the free-throw line, making all four tries. The Red Flash improved their record to 12-17, with a conference standing of 7-8 in the Northeast Conference. Chris Moncrief contributed significantly with 14 points, shooting 7 for 11 and also hauling in nine rebounds, while Juan Cranford Jr. rounded out the notable scores with 14 points on 6 of 16 shooting, including 2 of 8 from long-range.

For the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights, Terrence Brown put on a strong showing with 27 points and recorded two steals. Jo’el Emanuel also had a key role, scoring 15 points and grabbing seven rebounds. Additionally, Brayden Reynolds contributed with a well-rounded performance, finishing the game with 12 points, six rebounds, four assists, and two steals, but unfortunately, it wasn’t enough to secure the win for the Knights, whose record now stands at 11-18, with a 7-7 mark in the conference.

The match showcased a competitive spirit on both sides, culminating in an intense overtime finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.