Holy Cross Falls Short Against Bethel (IN), 74–65

November 4, 2025 — Gates Gymnasium

The Holy Cross men's basketball team battled hard on the road Tuesday night but came up short in a 74–65 loss to Bethel (IN). Despite a strong effort inside and several standout performances, the Saints couldn't overcome a cold stretch from the perimeter in the second half.

Holy Cross opened the game with energy on both ends of the floor, holding a brief four-point lead midway through the first half. The Saints trailed just 35–28 at halftime but stayed within striking distance until the final minutes. A late Bethel run extended the margin, sealing the nine-point decision.

Team Performance

The Saints shot 37.9% from the field and went 8-for-10 (80%) from the free-throw line. Holy Cross dominated in the paint with 40 points inside, while also pulling down 43 rebounds, including 12 on the offensive glass that led to 16 second-chance points.

However, cold shooting from beyond the arc (3-of-13, 23%) and 12 turnovers limited the comeback effort.

Individual Highlights

• AJ Roseman led Holy Cross with 19 points on 7-of-16 shooting, adding 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals in 40 minutes of action.

• Jayden Sanders provided a strong inside presence with 15 points and a team-high 8 rebounds.

• Donovan Waleskowski matched Sanders with 15 points on an efficient 6-of-11 from the floor, along with 5 rebounds and a block.

By the Numbers

• Points in the paint: 40

• Second-chance points: 16

• Bench points: 6

• Rebounds: 43 (12 offensive)

• Turnovers: 12

Up Next

Holy Cross (2–1) looks to bounce back in its next contest as the Saints travel to IUNW for their IUNW Classic tournament for their upcoming matchups this weekend. Friday's tipoff is set for 6PM