MAAC Clash: Bobcats vs. Peacocks Game in Hamden

Get ready for an exciting MAAC clash on Wednesday night in Hamden as Quinnipiac University hosts Saint Peter’s at 7:00 PM. Both teams are entering the game with a 5-1 record in conference play so far this season.

This season, Quinnipiac has already made an impressive 58 dunks, the most in the MAAC and the 8th highest total of any mid-major program nationally. Amarri Monroe, a senior forward, recently set a new Quinnipiac Division I program record by reaching 190 career steals and is currently ranked 5th nationally in steals per game.

Quinnipiac leads the MAAC in scoring offense with 77.5 points per game, as well as in 3-point field goal percentage and fast break points. The team also dominates in blocked shots, averaging 4.8 blocks per game.

At home, Quinnipiac has a strong record of 7-1 this season and has outscored opponents significantly in games played at M&T Bank Arena. Keep an eye out for players like Jaden Zimmerman, Amarri Monroe, Asim Jones, Grant Randall, and Keith McKnight, who are all averaging over 10 points per game at home.

Reigning MAAC Player of the Year Amarri Monroe is leading the Bobcats this season, averaging 14.8 PPG, 7.9 RPG, 2.9 SPG, and 2.4 APG. Jaden Zimmerman has been the scoring leader for the team, while Asim Jones and Grant Randall have also been standouts this season.

On the other side, Saint Peter’s has had a solid season so far, with an 8-6 record and a 5-1 record in league action. They lead the MAAC in steals per game and turnovers forced per game. Brent Bland, TJ Robinson, and Bryce Easton are key players to watch for Saint Peter’s.

Last time out, Quinnipiac secured a comeback victory on the road against Sacred Heart, with players like Jaden Zimmerman, Asim Jones, and Amarri Monroe putting up impressive performances.

With Quinnipiac being preseason favorites in the MAAC Men’s Basketball Coaches’ Poll for the second consecutive season, the matchup against Saint Peter’s promises to be an exciting one. Look out for Amarri Monroe, the reigning MAAC Player of the Year, as he returns to Hamden for his senior season.