INSTITUTE, W.Va. — Fayetteville St. dropped its final game of the Earl Lloyd Classic on Saturday afternoon, falling 108-92 to Glenville St. at Walker Convocation Center. The Broncos moved to 1-2 on the season, while the Pioneers improved to 2-0.
Glenville State used a blistering first-half shooting performance to build separation early, scoring 62 first-half points and carrying a 20-point advantage into the locker room. The Pioneers shot 62.5 percent from the field in the opening half and connected on nine three-pointers to take a 62-42 lead at the break.
Despite the deficit, Fayetteville State battled throughout the second half. The Broncos forced 11 second-half turnovers and continued to push the pace offensively, trimming the margin on several occasions behind strong guard play and perimeter shooting. The Broncos finished with 13 three-pointers and shot 48.1 percent from the field but were unable to overcome Glenville State's efficiency and rebounding advantage.
Kenneth Brayboy led Fayetteville State with 20 points, six rebounds, two steals, and four three-pointers. Dane Stewart added 16 points and three steals, while Miles Whye contributed 15 points on 6-of-8 shooting. Tyler Gill finished with 14 points and a game-high eight assists, and Joseph Allen totaled 10 points, four assists, and three blocks. Chandler Kennedy provided a spark off the bench with 11 points on three made three-pointers.
Don Colon-Lewis paced Glenville State with 27 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. Jaidyn West added 20 points, while Ammar Maxwell recorded 19 points, seven rebounds, and six assists in the win.
Fayetteville State finished with 17 assists, eight steals, and just nine turnovers, but the Pioneers controlled the glass 45-30 and shot 60.6 percent from the floor.
The Broncos will now turn their attention to CIAA play as they travel to face Elizabeth City State on Thursday, Nov. 19, at 7:30 p.m. in Elizabeth City, N.C.. Fans can follow the action at FSUBroncos.com and on Fayetteville State Athletics social media platforms.
