DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - The Embry-Riddle men's basketball team flew past Florida Tech on Wednesday with a convincing 92-79 victory at the ICI Center, improving to 7-2 overall and 3-0 in conference play. The Eagles showcased depth, offensive firepower, and defensive prowess to dominate both halves of the game. Led by Yassin Hussein's strong two-way performance, Embry-Riddle outpaced their Sunshine State Conference rivals from the opening tip.

• First Half Highlights

  • Embry-Riddle built a 50-39 lead by halftime, shooting 55.9% from the field and 54.5% from three-point range.
  • Jared Berry and Jerry Bracey II paced the offense early, combining for 18 first-half points.
  • Defensive intensity was key, as the Eagles forced seven turnovers and snagged five steals.
  • Dru Nickson hit two first-half threes, energizing the team during a pivotal 12-0 run.

• Second Half Highlights

  • Yassin Hussein dominated the paint, scoring 15 of his 19 points after the break and adding four blocks.
  • Florida Tech trimmed the lead to single digits late, but timely threes from Milan Skoric and Dawson Barr kept the Panthers at bay.
  • Embry-Riddle maintained composure, turning the ball over just three times in the second half.

• Key Player Performances

  • Yassin Hussein: 19 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 blocks.
  • Jared Berry: 19 points, 6 assists, 4 rebounds.
  • Dru Nickson: 12 points, including two clutch first-half threes.
  • Jerry Bracey II: 10 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals.
  • Michael McCalister: 12 points, 6 rebounds, 1 block.

• Inside the Stats

  • Embry-Riddle shot a blistering 53.8% from the field and 50.0% from three, while limiting Florida Tech to just 28.6% from beyond the arc.
  • The Eagles dished out 20 assists compared to Florida Tech's five, showcasing superior ball movement.
  • Bench scoring was a standout, with Embry-Riddle's reserves contributing 31 points.

The Eagles' well-rounded effort underscored their ability to compete at a high level, with contributions from every player on the roster setting the tone for continued success in conference play. Up next, the Blue & Gold will face off with Saint Leo on Dec. 14 in the ICI Center.