WESTON, Mass. – Regis College put up a strong fight but fell 86-70 to Elms College in a Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) men's basketball matchup Wednesday at Higgins Court.

Elms struck first, but a three-pointer from Jamir Harvey (Robbins, Ill.) briefly put the Pride ahead. Both teams traded baskets until Russell Rau (Westminster, Mass.) hit a layup and a three-pointer, giving Regis a five-point edge. A 5-2 scoring run extended the lead to nine at 24-15, but the Blazers responded, tying the game at 33. A late layup and jumper from Regis sent the Pride into halftime with a 37-35 advantage.

The second half remained tight early, with a Rau free throw knotting the score at 43. However, RJ Mayfield and Andrew Ciaglo drained consecutive three-pointers to push Elms ahead. Despite Regis' efforts, the Blazers maintained control, sealing the 86-70 victory.

Rau led the Pride with 33 points, 13 rebounds, three assists, and three blocks, while Harvey contributed 13 points, six rebounds, and two assists.

Ciaglo led the Blazers with 19 points, four rebounds, two assists and three steals while Mayfield collected 18 points, five rebounds, and four assists. Aden Goffe contributed 17 points, 10 rebounds and four assists for the Blazers.

Regis (8-14, 3-8 GNAC) travels to face Albertus Magnus on Saturday, April 15, at 3:00 p.m.

Elms (5-17, 5-6 GNAC) is scheduled to travel to face Saint Joseph's Conneticut on Saturday, February 15, at 3:00 p.m.