Sacred Heart secured a decisive 81-76 victory over New Hampshire on Sunday, with Jaylen Robinson emerging as the game-changer in a tense overtime finish. The Pioneers (2-1) overcame a late-game surge from the Wildcats (2-1) to claim the win, capping a high-scoring affair in Durham, N.H. Robinson’s composure under pressure proved decisive, as he drained a critical jumper with 47 seconds remaining in the extra period to put Sacred Heart ahead 78-76, a lead they managed to protect through the final buzzer.
Pioneers secure 81-76 victory as Robinson delivers clutch performance against Wildcats
Robinson was the engine for the Pioneers, finishing with 21 points on efficient 7-of-9 shooting from the field and 7-of-10 from the free-throw line. He was supported by a balanced offensive effort, with Griffin Barrouk contributing a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds, while Jojo Wallace added 14 points. The Pioneers’ ability to distribute the ball and maintain offensive rhythm throughout the second half allowed them to stay competitive despite New Hampshire’s aggressive defensive pressure.
New Hampshire fought valiantly, with Ryan Zan leading the charge with 17 points, six rebounds, and two steals. Zan initially forced the game into overtime with a three-pointer with 23 seconds left in regulation, tying the score at 73. Tyler Bike also contributed significantly with 17 points, five assists, and two steals, while Erik Oliver-Bush added 15 points. Despite their strong individual performances, the Wildcats could not overcome Robinson’s late-game heroics, leaving both teams with a 2-1 record heading into their next matchups.
Source: Yahoo Sports
