STONE RIDGE, NY – Men's Basketball entered the 2022-2023 season at home Thursday night against non-conference opponent UCONN Avery Point. Senators would surpass 100 points in this matchup, defeating Avery Point 106-84.
 
Senators had a total of 5 players score in double figures in this contest. Sophomore guard AJ Piedra led the way for the Senators with 17 points, 3 assists, and 2 steals. Jamik Carter chipped in with 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Osman Murrilo added 11 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists. Big man Youssouf Sissako was huge inside for the Senators, finishing with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 blocks. Cade Lindhorst added 15 points off of the bench. Senators improve to 1-0 on the season.
 
"I thought we did a good job overall. Really liked the energy in the gym," said head coach Marques McKinney. "There was amazing fan support from everyone. We need to clean up some things, but everyone contributed to this opening night win" 
 
The Senators are back in action Saturday, November 5th at Columbia Greene Community College. Tip-off is at 1pm.