MIDDLETOWN, Pa. - Immaculata men's basketball opened their 2026-27 season on Saturday at the Penn State Harrisburg Tip-Off Classic. They were defeated 78-61 by the host.
The Mighty Macs are 0-1 for the season. Their first AEC game will be on Saturday, Jan. 16 versus Gwynedd Mercy.
HOW IT HAPPENED AGAINST PENN STATE HARRISBURG
- Immaculata was off to a fast start with seven straight points after Penn State Harrisburg got the first bucket. Despite the Mighty Macs having a one-point lead, the Nittany Lions scored back-to-back shots to go up 12-9. Mandon Seapoe finished the half for Immaculata with a personal 7-0 run, as the Nittany Lions held a 38-31 halftime advantage.
- Samuel Jankowski cashed in on the first Immaculata basket in the second half, assisted by Jeremiah Alexander. Even though the Mighty Macs pulled the deficit to within single digits, even as close as six points, Penn State Harrisburg continued utilizing their strong defense to prevent a comeback. The Nittany Lions claimed the season opener 78-61.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
- Jankowski was Immaculata's top scorer with 10 points and dished out four assists.
- Jaryn Bull pulled down nine rebounds.
- Nico Vacchiano had two steals.
UP NEXT
The Mighty Macs face the St. Joseph's Brooklyn Bears tomorrow, Sunday, Nov. 8, to conclude the tournament. Tip-off is at 1 p.m.
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