In an electrifying quarterfinal matchup of the Patriot League Men’s Basketball Tournament held on March 6, 2025, Bucknell University emerged victorious against Loyola Maryland with a commanding score of 78-55. The game, hosted at Sojka Pavilion, saw Bucknell leverage its home-court advantage to take an early lead, outscoring Loyola 42-24 in the first half. Bucknell’s Whitney Brown was instrumental in the win, leading all scorers with 23 points and adding 6 rebounds. His performance was complemented by teammate James Parker, who contributed 16 points. Following the game, Bucknell’s head coach, Nathan Davis, praised his team’s defense, stating, “Our players executed the game plan perfectly and it really showed on the defensive end. We forced turnovers and capitalized on fast breaks.” Loyola’s standout player, Jordan Jones, scored 14 points, but his efforts were not enough to overcome Bucknell’s intense pressure and strategic plays. With this victory, Bucknell earned a place in the semifinal round of the tournament, looking to secure a spot in the championship as they continue their quest for the Patriot League title. The Bucknell Bison’s next challenge will be against Lehigh in the semifinals scheduled for March 10, 2025.
Bucknell Advances in Patriot League Tournament with Dominating Win Over Loyola Maryland
