Curry Wins Consolation Contest

Curry College defeated Alfred State 59-41 in the consolation game of the Rutgers-Newark Tournament. The Pioneers are back in action on Wednesday when they host Keuka.

Curry jumped on a 11-1 run to start the game and led 27-15 at the break. Antonio Jones led the Colonels with 23 points. Everett Ramirez came off the bench and chipped in 15. Curry shot 33.8% from the field for the game and connected on six three-pointers.

Jabar Williams (Brooklyn/Abraham Lincoln) led the Pioneers with 11 points. Adam Fezza (Southhampton) added nine points and Robbie Adams (Jasper Troupsburg) chipped in eight. Alfred State shot 25% ont he game and struggled from the foul line (5 for 14).

Alfred State held a 58 to 40 advantage on the glass (25 to 13 on the offensive glass) but was slowed by 27 turnovers.

The Pioneers tip-off vs. Keuka on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The game will feature fundraisers to help Cure Cystic Fibrosis.