Saint Anselm College men's basketball team, led by Junior Sean McCarthy's 26 points, defeated Adelphi University in the Northeast-10 Championship Quarterfinal round, securing a spot in the Semifinals for the fourth consecutive season.

The Big Picture

The Hawks demonstrated resilience and skill in clinching a spot in the conference tournament's Semifinals, showcasing their consistent performance in postseason play.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Anselm shot 54.7% from the floor, with a scorching 67.7% in the second half.
  • Adelphi struggled from the three-point line, making only 21.2% of their attempts.
  • McCarthy led the game with 26 points and 7 rebounds, while Taylor contributed 20 points and Arbuckle added 19 points.
State of Play
  • Saint Anselm secured a convincing 80-71 victory over Adelphi.
  • The Hawks will face No. 6 Southern Connecticut State in the NE10 Championship Semifinals.
  • McCarthy's outstanding performance was instrumental in leading Saint Anselm to victory.
Bottom Line

Saint Anselm's impressive win, powered by McCarthy's stellar performance, cements their spot in the conference tournament's Semifinals, setting the stage for an exciting playoff journey ahead.