Canisius to Host Saint Peter's on February 8 on MSG Network
MAAC Sports
Edison, N.J. ? The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference continues its 2008-09 MAAC Basketball Television Schedule with Canisius College hosting Saint Peter’s College on Sunday, February 8. Game time is slated for 11:30 a.m. at the Koessler Athletic Center, and it will air live on the MSG Network.
Saint Peter’s is now 6-17 overall and 3-10 in league play. The Peacocks are led by sophomore guard Wesley Jenkins, who is averaging 15.7 points and 4.2 rebounds per game, and sophomore guard Nick Leon, who is registering 15.1 points and 2.6 caroms a night.
Canisius is currently 7-16 overall and 2-11 in the MAAC. The Golden Griffins are led by junior guard Frank Turner, who is averaging 15.3 points and 4.2 assists per game, as well as sophomore guard Julies Coles, who is contributing 11.6 points and 3.5 rebounds an outing.
This contest marks the 60th meeting between the two programs. Saint Peter’s won the first meeting this season with a 76-52 victory over Canisius at the Yanitelli Center on December 7, 2008. The Griffs hold a 35-24 advantage in the all-time series between the two schools.