In a tightly contested college basketball clash, Siena emerged victorious against Fairfield on Thursday with a 68-64 win. Justice Shoats was pivotal to Siena’s success, racking up 23 points, making crucial contributions throughout the game. Shoats further bolstered his performance by adding five rebounds, five assists, and three steals, playing a significant role in the Saints’ victory.
Gavin Doty also stepped up for Siena, contributing 12 points, despite shooting 3 for 12 from the field and missing all three attempts from beyond the arc. Doty excelled at the free-throw line, sinking six of his seven attempts, and grabbed an impressive nine rebounds. Brendan Coyle chipped in with 12 points as well, shooting 3 of 9 overall and 3 for 8 from three-point territory, while achieving 3 of 5 from the charity stripe.
For Fairfield, both Prophet Johnson and Braden Sparks led the charge with 20 points each, making them notable performers for the night. However, their efforts weren’t enough to seal a win for the Stags.
Looking ahead, both teams are set to compete again on Saturday. Siena will travel to take on Manhattan, showing readiness to extend their winning momentum. Meanwhile, Fairfield is preparing to host Quinnipiac, aiming to bounce back from this close defeat. The season continues as both teams look to strengthen their positions in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
