Utica University's men's basketball team saw their historic season come to an end in a tough loss to Trinity College (CT) in the first round of the NCAA Division III Tournament. Justice Brantley led the Pioneers with 19 points in his final game, while Thomas Morreale contributed nine points before fouling out.

By the Numbers
  • Trinity College (CT) Bantams defeated Utica University Pioneers 83-54.
  • Trinity controlled the paint with 56 of their 83 points coming inside, scored 19 second chance points, and won the rebounding margin 43-25.
State of Play
  • The Pioneers had a strong season with their third consecutive Empire 8 regular season title, second Empire 8 Conference title in four seasons, and their second consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance.
  • Utica University achieved the most wins in a single season in program history with 24 victories.
Bottom Line

Utica University's men's basketball team concluded a remarkable season with multiple titles and a program record for wins, despite their loss in the NCAA Tournament.