STONY BROOK, N.Y. — In an exciting matchup, Marist managed to secure a narrow victory over Stony Brook, finishing the game with a score of 68-66 on Tuesday evening.

Elijah Lewis played a pivotal role in Marist’s success, contributing 16 points along with six rebounds. The Red Foxes improved to a record of 7-2, including a solid 2-0 start in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Josh Pascarelli supported the team with 15 points and showcased his defensive skills by recording three steals. Jaden Daughtry made his mark by scoring 10 points, hitting 3 of 7 shots from the field and converting 2 of 3 attempts from beyond the arc, along with going 2 for 4 from the free-throw line.

For the Seawolves, CJ Luster II was the standout player, finishing the game with 15 points. Jared Frey and Joseph Octave also made significant contributions, scoring 12 and 11 points respectively, with Octave adding six rebounds to his tally.

During the first half, Lewis scored nine points, helping Marist stay competitive, although they entered halftime trailing 36-30. The Red Foxes made a noteworthy comeback in the second half, launching a 7-0 run that allowed them to overturn a six-point deficit and take the lead at 53-52 with 7:48 remaining on the clock. Daughtry’s performance was particularly crucial, as he contributed eight points during the second half, proving instrumental in Marist’s victory.