When and Where

Records

Top Performers

• TayShaun Hawkins led the Golden Eagles with 20 points, including 4 three-pointers, and added 2 steals.
• Kenny Rodriguez delivered a strong all-around performance with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists.
• Jaiden Gaston contributed 16 points and connected on 3 threes and two steals
• AJ Esposito added 12 points and 10 rebounds before fouling out.

How It Happened

• Drew set the tone early with a 12–0 run, capitalizing on SJLI turnovers and turning several live-ball giveaways into fast-break points.
• St. Joseph's responded with improved ball movement and shot-making, as Hawkins, Rodriguez, and Gaston provided the offensive spark needed to settle in.
• A key 9–0 Golden Eagles run midway through the first half—fueled by consecutive threes from Rodriguez and Gaston—cut the deficit to a single point at 34–33 with just over three minutes left.
• Drew closed the half with timely scoring, taking a 44–36 lead into the break despite SJLI's strong push and efficient 6-of-11 shooting from beyond the arc.
• The Golden Eagles opened the second half aggressively, with Hawkins knocking down early perimeter shots to keep St. Joseph's within striking distance.
• Each time the margin threatened to slip to double digits, SJLI responded, including a sequence where Gaston drilled a contested three and Rodriguez converted a driving layup.
• However, the Rangers' defensive pressure continued to influence the game, as their 18 steals and ability to convert turnovers into points prevented St. Joseph's from sustaining extended momentum.
• A late push by the Golden Eagles, including multiple defensive stops and second-chance baskets, trimmed the margin to single digits with under five minutes to play, but Drew answered with inside scoring and free throws to put the game out of reach.
• Despite strong offensive efficiency and four players finishing in double figures, SJLI couldn't fully overcome the turnover differential and fell 86–74.

Notes

• St. Joseph's shot a sharp 10-of-21 from three (48%).
• The Golden Eagles held a narrow edge on the glass and had four players score in double figures.
• Drew's defense tallied 18 steals

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