Penn State Beaver Edges Out Carlow in a Close Encounter
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
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32 | 38 | 70 |
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37 | 39 | 76 |
Team Stats
Carlow
| Game Statistics | Carlow | Penn State Beaver |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (24-61) | (28-53) |
| Field Goal % | 39.3% | 52.8% |
| Rebounds | 31 | 32 |
| Assists | 10 | 19 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 19 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 21 | 22 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 7 | 10 |
| Pts in the Paint | 34 | 32 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 2 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 44 | 44 |
November 19, 2025
Monaca, PA- Penn State Beaver secured a narrow victory over Carlow with a final score of 76-70. This game marked a significant win for Penn State Beaver, improving their record to 2-4, while Carlow continued their challenging season with a 0-5 record.
**First Half Highlights:**
The first half saw Penn State Beaver taking a slight edge, leading 37-32. Carlow's Jimmy Giannetta was a standout performer, contributing significantly to his team's efforts with 23 points, including two three-pointers. Despite Carlow's efforts, Penn State Beaver maintained a lead with efficient shooting, hitting 52.8% of their field goals compared to Carlow's 39.3%.
**Second Half Action:**
In the second half, both teams continued to battle intensely. Carlow managed to score 38 points, but Penn State Beaver's consistent performance, scoring 39 points, ensured their victory. Ny'zir Dix was instrumental for Penn State Beaver, scoring 13 points and providing four assists. Joe Pinto and Brandon Rue also made significant contributions off the bench, adding 10 and 11 points, respectively.
**Team Performance:**
Penn State Beaver's shooting accuracy was a key factor in their win, with a field goal percentage of 52.8% and a three-point shooting percentage of 38.1%. In contrast, Carlow struggled with their shooting, particularly from beyond the arc, managing only 21.7% of their three-point attempts. Rebounding was fairly even, with Penn State Beaver slightly edging Carlow 32-31.
**Conclusion:**
The game was a testament to Penn State Beaver's resilience and ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. Carlow, despite a valiant effort led by Giannetta, fell short due to lower shooting efficiency and turnovers. As both teams look ahead, Penn State Beaver will aim to build on this momentum, while Carlow will seek to secure their first win of the season.
Beaver now hits the road, taking on Penn State Hazleton on Friday. Tip is set for 8 p.m.
