In a historic first for Penn College Men's Basketball in the NCAA-era, Gavin Barrett and Livingston Cross, both juniors, have been named to the United East All-Conference First Team, with Barrett becoming the program's first back-to-back first team selection in the NCAA-era. Barrett led the country in assists per game (7.7) and triple-doubles (2) this season, while Cross, the only student-athlete to average double-digit rebounds and field goal percentage (.537), was the division leader in rebounds with 10.5 per game and was second in scoring with 20.9 points per game.

By the Numbers
  • Gavin Barrett led the country in assists per game (7.7) and triple-doubles (2)
  • Livingston Cross ranked 14th in double-doubles and field goals made (204), 21st in rebounds (273) and rebounds per game (10.5), and 24th in total points (543) among all Division III programs
State of Play
  • Gavin Barrett and Livingston Cross helped the team to a 10-16 overall record and 6-6 in the Volt Division
  • They earned the program's first NCAA-era championship semifinal appearance and hosted a first-round playoff game
Bottom Line

In a historic achievement, Gavin Barrett and Livingston Cross have elevated Penn College Men's Basketball to new heights with their exceptional performances, leading to the team's first NCAA-era championship semifinal appearance and solidifying their positions as standout players in the Division III basketball scene.