Stockton University was eliminated from the NCAA Tournament with a 59-55 loss to Tufts University in a first-round game at NYU. The defeat ended Stockton's season after securing their third consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance.

By the Numbers
  • Tayvon Gaither led Stockton with 15 points, eight rebounds, and four assists.
  • EJ Matthews-Spratley contributed 14 points, six rebounds, and three steals while playing the entire 40 minutes.
State of Play
  • Stockton started slowly and fell behind 14-4 before a 14-5 run helped them tie the game at 27-27 in the first half.
  • In the second half, Stockton shot just 20.8% from the field and scored only 19 points, while holding Tufts to 25 points.
  • Stockton had a lead of 46-39 but only scored five points for the remainder of the game.
Bottom Line

The loss to Tufts University in the NCAA Tournament marked the end of Stockton University's season despite their third consecutive tournament appearance. The game showcased solid performances from players like Tayvon Gaither and EJ Matthews-Spratley, outlining the challenging offensive struggles faced by Stockton in the second half.