LORETTO, Pa. — In an exciting matchup on Tuesday night, Riley Parker delivered a stellar performance, contributing 23 points and seven assists, leading St. Francis (PA) to a triumph over Lehigh with a final score of 88-78.

Bobby Rosenberger III also made a significant impact for the Red Flash (2-5), scoring 21 points in addition to grabbing eight rebounds. Furthermore, Juan Cranford Jr. played a crucial role, netting 11 points with an efficient shooting line that included 2 of 5 from the floor, 1 of 3 from beyond the arc, and a perfect 6 for 6 at the free-throw line.

On the opposing side, the Mountain Hawks (1-5) found their offensive spark in Tyler Whitney-Sidney, who collected 21 points along with six rebounds. Keith Higgins Jr. contributed to the score with 18 points, while Cam Gillus added 15 points, contributing to the competitive atmosphere of the game.

St. Francis gained momentum with an impressive 13-0 scoring run in the first half, enabling them to establish a 10-point lead. At halftime, they held a solid advantage, leading 55-36, with Parker already tallying 17 points by the break. As the game approached its climax, the Red Flash secured the lead for good with 1:33 left in the second half, thanks to a crucial 3-pointer from Rosenberger that pushed the score to 81-78.

Both teams showcased their skills but St. Francis ultimately came out on top, marking an important win for them early in the season.