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America East Conference Weekly Highlights: December 22, 2025
12/23/2025, 1:24:16 AM
Recent Game Outcomes
Last week, four teams in the America East Conference secured victories, with Vermont improving its record to 8-6. Vermont triumphed over Siena with a score of 83-69, led by Gus Yalden, who achieved a career-high 29 points. UMass Lowell also had a notable win, defeating Sacred Heart 87-83, thanks to Austin Green's double-double of 22 points and 14 rebounds. The University of New Hampshire (UNH) edged out Stonehill 59-58, with Comeh Emuobor contributing significantly by scoring 12 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. The University at Albany (UAlbany) completed the week with a solid 71-55 victory against Stony Brook, where Amir Lindsey led the team with 24 points, six rebounds, and six assists.
Player of the Week Recognition
Gus Yalden of Vermont was named the America East Player of the Week for his outstanding performance. Over the past week, he averaged 26.5 points and 6.5 rebounds, shooting 59% from the field. His notable achievements included scoring 29 points on 10-of-15 shooting against Siena and 24 points in a close loss to Iona. This recognition marks Yalden's second Player of the Week honor this season.
Rookie of the Week Honors
Jake Blackburn from Binghamton earned the title of Rookie of the Week. He averaged 8.5 points across two games, highlighted by a career-best performance of 12 points on perfect shooting (4-of-4) against Pittsburgh. This accolade represents Blackburn's first Rookie of the Week honor.
Upcoming Schedule
As teams prepare for the holiday break, only four games are scheduled this week. NJIT will visit Butler on Monday, while Bryant travels to High Point. On Tuesday, Binghamton will face Army in a noon matinee, and Bryant will compete again on Sunday against Worcester State. The conference play is set to resume on January 3, featuring matchups such as UNH hosting Vermont and UAlbany visiting UMass Lowell.
Historical Context of the America East Conference
Founded in 1979, the America East Conference is a prominent NCAA Division I athletic conference that emphasizes academic excellence and athletic achievement among its member institutions. The conference supports over 3,500 student-athletes across 18 sponsored sports, fostering a competitive yet supportive environment.
Official Statements & Responses
The America East Conference continues to promote its commitment to providing a platform for student-athletes to excel both academically and athletically. The league encourages fans to follow the action through its broadcasts available on ESPN and AmericaEast.tv.
Verbatim Quotes
This week's highlights showcase the competitive spirit and talent within the America East Conference as teams gear up for the upcoming conference play.
