Rider beat Alvernia 66-55 in an exhibition, using strong rebounding and timely second-half scoring to pull away after a close game. Ty Bevins led the Broncs with 17 points, while Rich Brisco recorded a double-double.

By the Numbers
  • Rider outrebounded Alvernia 53-24, including a 19-4 edge in offensive rebounds.
  • Bevins scored 17 points; Brisco added 16 points and 11 rebounds.
  • Rider shot 37.1% from the field; Alvernia shot 32.7%.
Yes, But

Rider’s coach said the 14-player group is still learning to play together and is “not close” to being fully in sync, though he sees progress. The Broncs also shot just 26.7% from 3-point range, while Alvernia made 11 3-pointers.

What's Next

Rider opens the regular season Nov. 2 at Pittsburgh, with tipoff scheduled for 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

The exhibition offered Rider a winning start, with its rebounding advantage and late-game execution standing out as strengths to build on before the regular season.