Menard’s 22 Points Lift Marist Over Canisius in Thrilling OT Victory
Marist emerged victorious in a high-scoring, tightly contested overtime battle, defeating Canisius 88-86 on Friday night behind a standout performance from Justin Menard. The win showcased offensive firepower and clutch resilience from both teams in a key Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) showdown.
Marist's Justin Menard paced all scorers with 22 points, providing a steady scoring presence throughout the game and into the extra period. Rhyjon Blackwell and Elijah Lewis were instrumental as well, each adding 20 points to fuel Marist’s attack.
While Marist’s trio led the scoring, the game also highlighted the competitiveness of the MAAC this season, with teams battling for every possession in high-stakes conference matchups. The Red Foxes’ balanced scoring attack and persistence down the stretch earned them a hard-fought win, keeping their momentum alive as the conference schedule intensifies.
For fans and observers, the back-and-forth affair underscored the unpredictability and excitement of college basketball, as Marist and Canisius delivered one of the season’s most entertaining contests. With Menard leading the charge and critical support from Blackwell and Lewis, Marist sets its sights on continued success in upcoming games.
Marist's Justin Menard paced all scorers with 22 points, providing a steady scoring presence throughout the game and into the extra period. Rhyjon Blackwell and Elijah Lewis were instrumental as well, each adding 20 points to fuel Marist’s attack.
- Justin Menard: 22 points
- Rhyjon Blackwell: 20 points
- Elijah Lewis: 20 points
- Final Score: Marist 88, Canisius 86 (OT)
While Marist’s trio led the scoring, the game also highlighted the competitiveness of the MAAC this season, with teams battling for every possession in high-stakes conference matchups. The Red Foxes’ balanced scoring attack and persistence down the stretch earned them a hard-fought win, keeping their momentum alive as the conference schedule intensifies.
For fans and observers, the back-and-forth affair underscored the unpredictability and excitement of college basketball, as Marist and Canisius delivered one of the season’s most entertaining contests. With Menard leading the charge and critical support from Blackwell and Lewis, Marist sets its sights on continued success in upcoming games.