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Rider Falls 72-56 to Fairfield - Recap
Jake Wojcik scored 13 points leading Fairfield to a 72-56 victory over Rider at George Bisacca Court at Alumni Hall on Saturday.
Bettors who backed Fairfield were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.0 at sportsbooks.
Zach Crisler had 11 points for Fairfield and Taj Benning chipped in with 10 points. Caleb Green had 5 assists for them, while Chris Maidoh was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Rider got a 12-point performance from Dontrell McQuarter, who was supported by 10 points from Ajiri Ogemuno-Johnson. Christian Ings had 2 assists in a losing cause for Rider, while Ajiri Ogemuno-Johnson grabbed 9 rebounds.
Fairfield led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Fairfield had a 32-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Fairfield takes its act on the road to face Saint Peter's looking for another win. For Rider, they head on the road to face Niagara.