Brent Bland scores 17 to guide Saint Peter’s to 76-63 victory over Merrimack

By Canadian Press on January 11, 2026.

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) — Brent Bland’s 17 points helped Saint Peter’s defeat Merrimack 76-63 on Sunday.

Bland added eight rebounds for the Peacocks (8-6, 5-1 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Zaakir Williamson added 14 points, eight rebounds and five blocks. Lucas Scroggins had 10 points.

The Warriors (10-8, 6-1) were led by Ernest Shelton with 18 points. Kevair Kennedy added 17 points, seven rebounds and five steals, while Tye Dorset scored 14.

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