New Britain, Pa. - (11/19/2024) - Gwynedd Mercy University (3-0) continued their early-season success with tonight's 94-86 victory over Delaware Valley University (2-2). The Griffins played well off the tip, taking a 54-33 halftime lead on a 20-of-34 (.588) shooting performance that included eight threes (8-of-15, .533). Afterwards, a 15-of-22 (.682) free throw effort was just enough to preserve the Griffins' victory. The win was due large in part to a 32-point performance from senior guard Aquil Stewart (Philadelphia, Pa.) and a 16-point, 12-rebound double-double from senior guard Mike Marable (Philadelphia, Pa.).

Griffin Highlights

• Stewart was hot early, hitting his first three long range attempts in Gwynedd Mercy University's opening 19-10 (14:31) run.
• The Griffins' lead reached double digits for the first time at the 12:05 mark; 24-14. It maxed out at 24 points, 48-24 (2:54), after a junior guard Jalen Snead (Philadelphia, Pa.) hit a pair of free throws just past the three-minute mark.
• The Red and Gold was able to drive the difference to 28 points, 74-46 (12:46), in the thick of the second half.
• Down the stretch, Marable's persistence on the glass proved a invaluable as he used the extra possessions to slow the Aggies comeback and locate his teammates with eight assists. He also made three steals.
• Stewart was 10-of-12 (.833) from the field with six (6-of-8, .750) three-pointers. He also hit six (6-of-7, .857) free throws in his best scoring performance as a member of the Red and Gold.
• Graduate guard Shawn Summers Jr. (Montclair, N.J.) was a factor as well with 20 points, two rebounds, and an assist. 

Gwynedd Mercy University returns to the Griffin Complex on Saturday, November 23, when they host Penn State Brandywine for a 1:00 p.m. tip-off.