College Basketball Thrills: Alvernia and Stockton Teams Shine Wednesday

Wednesday night brought a thrilling showcase of local men’s and women’s college basketball. There were wild finishes, big plays, and plenty of standout moments.

The Alvernia men rolled past Penn State Berks, grabbing a decisive win. The Albright women fought hard but came up just short against Stockton.

Alvernia Men Secure Second Straight Win

Alvernia’s men’s basketball team kept their streak alive with a dominant showing against Penn State Berks. The night was full of highlight-reel plays and big scoring runs.

Janye Stanley Shines

Janye Stanley really stood out for Alvernia. When Penn State Berks left him open, he made them pay by sinking a clutch three-pointer.

He racked up 22 points, showing off his scoring chops and cool head in big moments. Honestly, you could just feel his confidence growing as the game went on.

Rasheem Dearry’s Game-High Performance

Rasheem Dearry took over with a game-high 28 points. He drove to the basket again and again, finishing through contact and finding ways to score when it mattered.

Dearry’s relentless energy helped push Alvernia to a 114-73 win. The crowd was loving it, and so were his teammates.

Albright Women Seek First Win

The Albright women’s basketball team came into their matchup with Stockton still searching for their first victory. It turned into a tense, back-and-forth battle.

Stockton’s Strong Start

Stockton jumped out early, thanks in part to Haleigh Schafer, who attacked the rim and picked up 12 points. Grace Speer chipped in too, leading the Ospreys with 13 points.

By halftime, Stockton had built a 33-20 lead. Albright looked a little rattled, but you could tell they weren’t done fighting.

Chrisdin Jones’ Heroics

Chrisdin Jones almost willed Albright to a comeback, pouring in a game-high 19 points. In the fourth quarter, she tied things up with a tough put-back and drew a foul, giving Albright a real shot at the win.

But in the final moments, Stockton’s Bre Evans stepped to the line and knocked down a clutch free throw. That sealed it—Stockton escaped with a 60-59 victory, leaving Albright still searching for that elusive first win.

Key Takeaways

Both games really showcased the players’ talents and determination. Here are a few things that stood out from the matchups:

• Alvernia’s offensive firepower: Alvernia scored with confidence and kept their opponents on their heels. Stanley and Dearry especially had some electric moments out there.
• Albright’s resilience: Even though Albright didn’t win, the women’s team fought hard and never seemed to give up. Chrisdin Jones, in particular, played with a ton of heart.
• Stockton’s composure: Stockton held onto their lead and grabbed a close win. Schafer, Speer, and Evans all came through when it mattered most.

If you want more details on these matchups, check out the original article on WFMZ.