In a thrilling matchup, Jaiden Glover’s outstanding performance propelled Saint Joseph’s (PA) to a decisive 85-76 victory over Lafayette. Glover dropped 23 points and grabbed nine rebounds, both crucial for the Hawks.
Anthony Finkley and Dasear Haskins chipped in too, with 15 and 14 points. On the other side, Andrew Phillips led the Leopards with 17 points, while Shareef Jackson and Caleb Williams added 16 and 15.
Lafayette made a push in the second half, but Saint Joseph’s never really let go of their lead. That first-half cushion made all the difference.
Jaiden Glover’s Dominance on the Court
Glover was the guy to watch. He showed off his scoring skills and was relentless on the boards.
He put up 14 points in the first half alone, helping Saint Joseph’s get out to a 41-31 lead at the break. That early surge really set the tone.
First-Half Brilliance
The Hawks came out firing. Glover’s 14 first-half points were huge in building that double-digit gap.
Defense mattered, too. Saint Joseph’s forced Lafayette into mistakes and limited their chances. That momentum carried them through most of the game.
Consistent Performance Throughout
Glover didn’t slow down after halftime. He kept finding ways to score, whether it was driving or pulling up for a jumper.
His work on the glass helped the Hawks keep control. Lafayette just couldn’t quite figure him out.
Supporting Cast Steps Up
Glover had help, no doubt. Finkley and Haskins both stepped up at key moments.
Finkley finished with 15, most of them coming when the Hawks needed to hold off Lafayette’s rally. Haskins went 6-for-12 from the field and ended up with 14 points.
Anthony Finkley’s Second-Half Surge
Finkley really came alive after halftime. With Lafayette threatening, he poured in 10 points in the second half alone.
Those buckets helped Saint Joseph’s keep the Leopards at arm’s length.
Dasear Haskins’ Efficient Shooting
Haskins was quietly effective. He hit half his shots and found ways to get open looks.
Whenever the Hawks needed a steady hand, he was there. That kind of efficiency is always welcome.
Lafayette’s Valiant Effort
Lafayette didn’t just roll over. Phillips led with 17 points and grabbed a couple steals.
Shareef Jackson and Caleb Williams provided plenty of support, with 16 and 15 points. Lafayette actually outscored Saint Joseph’s by one in the second half—there’s some fight in that group.
Andrew Phillips’ Leadership
Phillips was the heart of the Leopards’ offense. He found ways to score and even made things happen on defense.
His leadership was clear every time he touched the ball. You could see he wanted to keep Lafayette in it.
Shareef Jackson and Caleb Williams’ Contributions
Jackson chipped in with 16 points and eight rebounds, giving Lafayette a strong inside presence. Williams added 15, giving the Hawks something extra to worry about.
Together, they kept Lafayette within striking distance.
For a detailed account of the game, you can read the full article on Fox Sports.
Conclusion
This game really put talent and strategy on full display. Jaiden Glover’s performance stood out, but his teammates chipped in at the right moments too.
Saint Joseph’s definitely earned this win. Lafayette didn’t back down, though—you could see their grit and flashes of what they might become.
Both teams have a lot to work with as the season rolls on. We’ll see how they build on this.
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