UDC Men's Basketball Concludes the 2024-25 Season at Molloy

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team put up a tough fight but ultimately fell 108-78 to Molloy University in an East Coast Conference (ECC) showdown on Saturday afternoon at the Bob Houlihan Gymnasium.

The Firebirds struggled to contain Molloy's offensive attack early, falling behind 52-31 at halftime. Despite a solid performance from Tevin Curtis (13 points, 5 rebounds) and Elijah Crawford (11 points, 6 rebounds), the Lions took control.

UDC attempted to rally in the second half, scoring 47 points, but Molloy's offensive efficiency (56.2% FG, 48.3% from three) proved too much to overcome. David Pope (15 points, 4 rebounds) and Khyrie Staten (9 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists) provided a spark off the bench, but Molloy outpaced the Firebirds down the stretch.

Key performances

• David Pope: 15 points, 4 rebounds
• Tevin Curtis: 13 points, 5 rebounds
• Elijah Crawford: 11 points, 6 rebounds
• Khyrie Staten: 9 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists
• Rejuan Gray: 8 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists

Team Statistics

• Field Goal Percentage: UDC 40.0% (30-75) | Molloy 56.2% (41-73)
• Three-Point Shooting: UDC 21.7% (5-23) | Molloy 48.3% (14-29)
• Free Throws: UDC 76.5% (13-17) | Molloy 85.7% (12-14)
• Rebounds: UDC 34 | Molloy 46
• Turnovers: UDC 10 | Molloy 12

UDC concludes the 2024-25 season with a 3-13 ECC, 5-20 overall record.