TEANECK, N.J. — In an exciting matchup on Sunday, Saint Francis emerged victorious over Fairleigh Dickinson, with a close final score of 75-71. Riley Parker played a pivotal role in the victory, contributing 18 points to the team’s overall performance. He demonstrated impressive shooting skills, making 7 of his 10 attempts from the field, which included a perfect 3 for 3 from three-point range.

In addition to Parker’s efforts, Juan Cranford Jr. also made significant contributions with 14 points, shooting 5 of 8 for the game, and hitting 3 of 4 from the charity stripe. He not only scored well but also secured five rebounds for his team. Jeremy Clayville rounded out the key players for Saint Francis, finishing with 13 points on 5 of 9 shooting, which included three three-pointers out of six attempts.

On the other side, Jo’el Emanuel stood out for Fairleigh Dickinson, leading the Knights with a commendable 24 points and achieving a double-double by grabbing 10 rebounds alongside two steals. Terrence Brown and Dylan Jones provided support, each adding 15 points to the team’s total, showcasing their offensive capabilities throughout the game.

Both teams fought hard, but ultimately, the well-rounded performance by the Red Flash helped them capture the win, improving their record to 7-11 overall and 2-2 in the Northeast Conference. Meanwhile, Fairleigh Dickinson fell to a record of 6-12 and 2-1 in conference play.