No. 13 Gannon men's basketball turned in a strong response Wednesday night, using defensive pressure and balanced scoring to earn an 88–59 victory over Seton Hill at the Highmark Events Center.
The win improved the Golden Knights to 14–2 overall and 8–1 in PSAC play.
Gannon forced 26 turnovers, converting them into 31 points, while holding Seton Hill to 24-of-60 (40.0%) shooting from the field.
Layne Sarver (New Madison, Ohio/Tri-Village) came off the bench to score a career-high 19 points, knocking down five three-pointers, as the Golden Knights outscored the Griffins 48–32 in the second half.
Gannon also held a 44–6 advantage in bench points and an 18–10 edge in second-chance points.
THE GAME FACTS
Score: No. 13 Gannon 88, Seton Hill 59
Records: Gannon 14–2 (8–1 PSAC) | Seton Hill 12–5 (6–4 PSAC)
Location: Highmark Events Center | Erie, Pa.
Date: January 14, 2026
THE KNIGHT CAP
- Defensive statement: The No. 13 Golden Knights forced turnovers that led to 31 points while holding Seton Hill to 40.0 percent shooting from the field.
- Career night: Layne Sarver (New Madison, Ohio/Tri-Village) scored a career-high 19 points off the bench, connecting on five three-pointers.
- Efficiency at the line: Gannon shot 78.6 percent from the free-throw line.
- Points off pressure: Defensive activity translated into offense, as Gannon finished with 31 points off turnovers.
- Bounce-back win: The Golden Knights responded after Saturday's setback, improving to 14–2 overall and 8–1 in PSAC action.
Up Next
Gannon remains home on Saturday, hosting Indiana (Pa.) for its Alumni Game and PSAC 75th Anniversary Celebration. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. inside the Highmark Events Center.
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