Stonehill Basketball's Struggles and Hopes

Next Game: New Hampshire

On December 22, 2024, at 1:00 PM, Stonehill College will return home to Merkert Gymnasium to take on the University of New Hampshire. This will be their final non-conference game of the season and a chance for the Skyhawks to end on a high note.

The team has been through a tough stretch recently, with this being their second loss of the season. But they are determined to bounce back and show their true potential.

History Against UMass Lowell

Stonehill has a mixed history against the River Hawks. They are currently 19-26 all-time against them and have a 7-14 record at the Costello Athletic Center. This was their third meeting as Division I opponents, and UML has come out on top in all three.

The team will be looking to turn the tide in this upcoming game and prove that they can compete with one of the top teams in the region.

Player Performances in the Last Game

Sophomore Louie Semona led Stonehill with 14 points, grabbing three rebounds, with one assist, block, and steal. Graduate student Amir Nesbitt had 12 points off the bench and a team-high three assists with two rebounds. Junior Chas Stinson scored 12 points and corralled a team-high four rebounds, recording a team-high three steals.

These players will be key to the team's success in the upcoming games. They need to continue to perform at a high level and lead the team to victory.

Recent Trends and Statistics

After another double-digit scoring effort, Semona is averaging 15.3ppg over the last four games, with 10+ in three of those contests. Stinson recorded his sixth straight game with 2+ steals and fifth straight with at least three. His 2.2 steals per game ranks tied for second in the NEC.

These statistics show the potential of the team and the individual players. If they can continue to perform at this level, they have a good chance of winning games.

Road Woes and Looking Ahead

With the loss, Stonehill has dropped its last 28 road contests dating back to 2023, starting the season 0-6 away from Easton. But they are determined to turn things around and start winning on the road.

The upcoming game against New Hampshire will be a good opportunity for the team to do just that. They will be playing at home and will have the support of the fans.

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