A strong offensive performance by Joe Russell, who scored 30 points, was not enough for the Vermont State University Castleton men's basketball team, as they were defeated 80-67 by UMass Dartmouth in a Little East Conference game. UMass Dartmouth's dominance on the boards, outrebounding Castleton 43-17, and their balanced scoring with five players in double figures, proved to be determining factors in the game.

By the Numbers
  • Joe Russell scored 30 points on 13-of-16 shooting, including two three-pointers.
  • UMass Dartmouth outrebounded Castleton 43-17, leading to 18 second-chance points for the Corsairs.
State of Play
  • Castleton men's basketball team faced a tough 80-67 defeat against UMass Dartmouth in the Little East Conference action.
  • UMass Dartmouth's dominant rebounding performance and balanced scoring with five players in double figures secured the victory.
What's Next

The Spartans will be back in action on Wednesday night at Plymouth State, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30 p.m.