CASTLETON, VT – Hartwick showed fight down the stretch against Maine–Farmington, mounting a late surge in the Spartan Classic finale but couldn't erase an early deficit in their final game of the weekend on Sunday afternoon at VTSU Castleton.

THE BASICS

• Final Score: UMaine Farmington 75 Hartwick 64

• Location: Castleton, VT | Glenbrook Gymnasium

• Records: Maine Farmington (2-0, 0-0 NAC) Hartwick (1-2, 0-0 Empire 8) 

BY THE NUMBERS

• Ryleigh Endres was effective from deep, pouring in 19 points with four triples, shooting 70% on the afternoon.

• Despite the loss, the Hawks were strong on offense, posting their season bests 22 made field goals and 11 assists.

• Emma Cohen continues to be an offensive threat, posting double figures for the second time in three contests.

HOW IT HAPPENED 
Hartwick closed out the final game of the Spartan Classic against the University of Maine–Farmington, aiming to finish the tournament unblemished. The Beavers came out firing, opening on a 7-0 run before the Hawks settled in as Jess Bowens (Mechanicville, N.Y.) knocked down a pair of free throws to get 'Wick on the board. Emma Cohen (Utica, N.Y.) pulled the Hawks within two with her first triple of the afternoon, but a surge of UMF offense—fueled by Hartwick's own miscues—sent the Beavers into the second quarter holding a double-digit cushion.

Maine–Farmington continued to generate offense, yet the Hawks refused to fold. Cohen and Macy Durkin (Syracuse, N.Y.) worked tirelessly inside, chipping away with strong finishes in the paint, while Ryleigh Endres (Niskayuna, N.Y.) and Leah Schoonover (Fredericksburg, Va.) connected from deep to keep the pressure on. Hartwick delivered its most productive quarter out of the break, matching the Beavers with 20 points behind Endres' perimeter shooting and a boost inside from Kylie Guarino (Auburn, N.Y.), who made her presence felt down low.

'Wick mounted a late push in the fourth in hopes of a comeback, but the early deficit proved too steep as the Hawks wrapped up the Spartan Classic with a hard-fought effort that showcased resilience and balanced scoring despite the slow start.

UP NEXT FOR THE HAWKS
The Hawks will gear up for Oneonta & Hartwick Classic, taking on Hamilton College on Friday, November 21 at 5:30PM at SUNY Oneonta.

About Hartwick College:
Hartwick, often referred to as The Life Balance College, is a private liberal arts and sciences institution in Oneonta, N.Y. Through its distinctive FlightPath approach, Hartwick blends academic excellence, career preparation and an active campus life to help students achieve a balanced and fulfilling college experience. With transparent tuition and a focus on health and wellness, Hartwick prepares students for lifelong success—both professionally and personally.