Box Score Lyndonville, VT – Men's basketball came up short against Northern Vermont University-Lyndon 72-88, despite big stat lines from Parker Desjardins (12) and Sawyer Deprey (30). Desjardins led the teams in points with 22, coming off the bench. Deprey had 17 points and led the team in rebounds with nine.
The Records:
Thomas College: Overall (3-12), Conference (1-6)
NVU-Lyndon: Overall (4-13), Conference (1-5)
How it Happened:
- The first half was characterized by a back-and-forth tempo, with five lead changes and fast paced plays.
- With seven minutes to go in the first, the Terriers went on a 6-0 run, thanks to two layups with an added free throw from both Deprey and Kory Winch (3).
- The beginning of the second half was promising for the Terriers, beginning with a 12-6 run, to take the lead back 50-46.
- The Hornets were able to respond and go on a 15-2 run of their own, taking the lead back for the final time.
- The Hornets were able to hit their free throws in the closing minutes as the Terriers came up short, 72-88.
Inside the Numbers:
- The Hornets had 17 points from fast breaks (13 in the second half), compared to the Terriers eight.
- This matchup was largely evenly matched, as both teams had similar points scored in the paint, and points scored from players off the bench.
- In addition to Deprey and Desjardins, Matthew Hadnot (0) contributed 11 points with seven rebounds.
- The Terriers shot an impressive 75% from the free throw line, compared to the Hornets 68%
What's Next:
The Terriers will look to get back against the Hornets tomorrow, January 21
st. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM in Lyndonville, VT.
