LOWELL, Mass. — In an exciting matchup on Thursday night, Vermont triumphed over UMass-Lowell with a final score of 67-63, thanks in large part to a stellar performance from TJ Hurley, who netted 23 points.

Hurley demonstrated his shooting prowess, hitting 6 out of 13 attempts from the field, along with two successful three-pointers out of eight attempts. He was also exceptional at the free-throw line, sinking 9 out of 10 shots. Ileri Ayo-Faleye provided significant support, contributing 17 points himself while shooting 6 of 15 overall, which included 2 for 8 from beyond the arc. Ayo-Faleye also made his mark on the boards, grabbing 11 rebounds. Nick Fiorillo rounded out the scoring for Vermont with 10 points, shooting 3 of 11 from the floor, including 2 of 8 from three-point range, and converting 2 of 4 free-throw attempts.

On the other side, the River Hawks were led by Martin Somerville, who scored 17 points and dished out four assists, signaling a strong offensive contribution. Max Brooks contributed to the team’s efforts with 9 points and showcased his defensive skills by blocking three shots.

Looking ahead, both teams are set to continue their seasons on Saturday. Vermont will head to face off against Bryant, while UMass-Lowell is slated to host NJIT in a home game.