Brooklyn, N.Y. - (1/7/2026) – Gwynedd Mercy University (4-8, 1-0 AEC) opened Atlantic East Conference (AEC) play in emphatic fashion on Wednesday afternoon, pulling away in the fourth quarter for a 65–47 road victory over Pratt Institute (1-8, 0-1 AEC). The Griffins used a dominant closing stretch, fast-break execution, and standout performances from their veteran core to secure the conference-opening win. Junior guard Alyssa Cresto (Newark, Del.) delivered a stellar all-around performance, pouring in a game and season-high 26 points on 10-of-22 (45%) shooting, including four three-pointers. Cresto was especially dangerous in transition, scoring 12 of her points in the fourth quarter. She also added three assists and two steals in the victory. Senior forward Erin Eisenhart (Bethlehem, Pa.) recorded her second double-double of the season with 13 rebounds and 16 points, along with three steals, two blocks, and three assists.  

Griffin Highlights: 

• Eisenhart anchored a Griffin defense that limited Pratt to 31.5 percent shooting and just nine percent from beyond the arc. 
• Gwynedd Mercy's defensive pressure and pace proved decisive, as the Griffins scored 28 fast-break points and finished with 34 points in the paint. Junior forward Rachel Dunn (Lansdale, Pa.) added six points and six rebounds off the bench, while junior forward Azzy Crumpton (Conshohocken, Pa.) chipped in six points and four boards. Sophomore guard Kailyn Bell (Ridley Park, Pa.) facilitated the offense with six assists, helping keep the Griffins organized during key stretches.  

Gwynedd Mercy University returns to conference play on Saturday, January 10, when the team travels to defending AEC champions Immaculata University for a 1:00 p.m. tip-off.