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Stony Brook Seawolves Compete in Geico Sunshine Slam
11/26/2025, 1:36:11 AM
Stony Brook Men's Basketball Claims Third Place
The Stony Brook Seawolves men's basketball team secured third place in the Geico Sunshine Slam by defeating Bethune-Cookman 61-54 on November 25, 2025. The victory marked a significant comeback after trailing at halftime. Stony Brook struggled initially, failing to score for the first three minutes until Erik Pratt made a floater. The Seawolves took a brief lead at 5-4, but Bethune-Cookman responded with a 6-0 run. Stony Brook regained momentum with an 8-0 run, highlighted by a three-pointer from Rob Brown III, to lead 17-12.
Despite a strong start to the second half, where Stony Brook narrowed the gap to 32-26, they continued to trail until Tomas Valentiny tied the game at 42-42. The Seawolves took the lead for the first time since the first half with a tip-in layup from Quin Gorman, making it 48-46. Ethan Simmon's three-pointer extended the lead to 51-48 with under four minutes left, and he added two more threes to secure the win.
Performance Highlights
Stony Brook's shooting improved significantly in the second half, going from 23.1% in the first half to 48.4% overall. Pratt led the team with 14 points, marking his fifth game with double-digit scoring this season. Simmon contributed 13 points, while Collin O'Connor also scored 13, marking his second double-digit game of the season. The Seawolves will next face Loyola Marymount in Los Angeles on November 28, 2025.
Stony Brook Women's Basketball Faces Tough Loss
In contrast, the Stony Brook women's basketball team suffered a 70-42 defeat against Central Arkansas on the same day. Janay Brantley led the Seawolves with 11 points, while Caitlin Frost added six points and ten rebounds. Stony Brook initially held a 10-5 lead but fell behind after a 12-0 run by Central Arkansas. The Seawolves struggled offensively, trailing 39-22 at halftime and never recovering.
Upcoming Challenges
Both Stony Brook basketball teams are navigating challenging tournament schedules. The men's team aims to build on their recent success against Loyola Marymount, while the women's team looks to rebound against Samford on November 26, 2025, after their loss to Central Arkansas.
Official Statements & Responses
Stony Brook's men's basketball coach praised the team's resilience in the comeback victory, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and execution in the second half. Meanwhile, the women's team acknowledged the need to improve their offensive performance and maintain focus in upcoming games.
Verbatim Quotes
This tournament experience is critical for both teams as they continue to develop and prepare for the remainder of the season.
