Gray Posts Career-High In Conference Match Up Against Staten Island

Staten Island, NY – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team put together a strong first half but was unable to keep pace after halftime, falling 78-55 to Staten Island in East Coast Conference (ECC) action.

The Firebirds started strong, taking a 29-26 halftime lead, but Staten Island responded with a dominant second half, outscoring UDC 52-26 to seal the victory. Rejuan Gray led the way for the Firebirds posting a game-and-career-high 26 points shooting 61% from the field. Staten Island was led by Asa Kone, who recorded a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds.

Key Performances

• Rejuan Gray: 26 points (11-18 FG), 5 rebounds
• Khyrie Staten: 10 points, 2 rebounds
• Vernon Simmons: 6 points, 5 rebounds
• Charles Holley Jr.: 3 points, 5 assists

Team Statistics

• Field Goals: UDC 36.7% (22-60) | Staten Island 42.9% (27-63)
• Three-Point Shooting: UDC 18.2% (2-11) | Staten Island 29.6% (8-27)
• Free Throws: UDC 90.0% (9-10) | Staten Island 84.2% (16-19)
• Rebounds: UDC 27 | Staten Island 41
• Assists: UDC 19 | Staten Island 20
• Turnovers: UDC 15 | Staten Island 10

UDC (4-15, 2-9 ECC) is back home next week for a two game home stand. They will host St Thomas Aquinas College on Wesdnesday at 7:45pm at the E.B Henderson Sports Complex.