Fairleigh Dickinson 68, at Mercyhurst 46

ERIE, Pa. (Interstat) — The Fairleigh Dickinson Knights established control early and never relented, cruising to a 68-46 victory over the winless Mercyhurst Lakers in a non-conference women’s basketball game Friday night at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center. From the opening tip, the Knights’ defensive pressure and efficient scoring in the paint set the tone. Leah Crosby won the jump ball and converted a layup just 16 seconds into the game, sparking an initial burst that saw Fairleigh Dickinson build a double-digit lead by the end of the first quarter, leading 18-10. The Knights extended their advantage to 34-20 by halftime,… Read more...