The Bard men's basketball team secured a playoff spot in the Liberty League with an overtime victory over Ithaca, winning 102-97. The Raptors had to fight until the end, with all five starters scoring double-digit points and senior Rowan Heinze leading with 23 points. This marks the first time Bard has won 14 games in a season, defeated Ithaca twice, won in OT twice against Liberty League teams, and clinched a playoff spot since the 2018-19 season.

By the Numbers
  • Bard's record: 14-10, 9-8 in the Liberty League
  • Senior Rowan Heinze: 23 points
  • Lazaros Panagiotounis: 22 points
  • Elliot Harris: 15 points, 12 rebounds
  • Azriel Almodovar: 14 points, 14 rebounds
State of Play
  • Bard will face RIT to determine whether they will host a playoff game on Tuesday.
  • Playoff scenarios: Bard can secure the #4 seed if they win and Union loses against Hobart, or they could earn the #5 seed if they win and Union beats Hobart.
What's Next

Bard's next game against RIT will determine their playoff game hosting status for Tuesday.

Bottom Line

Bard's hard-fought victory has secured them a playoff spot, marking significant milestones for the team this season and setting the stage for crucial upcoming games that will determine their playoff seeding and hosting prospects.