Scranton men outlast Susquehanna in high-scoring game

Six players score in double figures as Royals win Landmark Conference matchup

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The University of Scranton men's basketball team outlasted Susquehanna University, 99-92, in a high-scoring Landmark Conference game on Saturday. Six Scranton players scored in double figures, led by Sammy Tornabene's 22 points. Both teams shot over 56% from the field, with Susquehanna hitting 11 3-pointers. Scranton pulled away late with a 15-3 run to open a 78-65 lead, and held on for the victory.

Why it matters

The win keeps Scranton in sole possession of second place in the Landmark Conference standings, one game behind Catholic University, with one week left in the regular season. The Royals are looking to secure a top seed for the conference tournament.

The details

Scranton shot 60% in the second half to finish at 56.1% for the game, and was 28-of-32 from the free throw line. The Royals led by just one midway through the second half before going on a 15-3 run to open a 78-65 lead with 6:58 remaining. Susquehanna closed the gap to 82-74 with 3:35 left, but Scranton hit 8-of-9 free throws in the final 55 seconds to seal the victory.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Sammy Tornabene

Led the Royals with 22 points, 20 of which came in the first half.

Jon Spatola

Scored 15 points and had 6 rebounds and 8 assists for Scranton.

Nick Ruisi

Also scored 15 points for the Royals.

Brendan Carr

Scored 14 points, all in the second half, for Scranton.

Catholic University

Beat Drew University on Saturday, meaning Scranton is now in sole possession of second place in the Landmark standings, one game behind Catholic.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Scranton hosts Wilkes on Wednesday at 6 p.m., then closes out the regular season at Catholic on Saturday at 2 p.m.

The takeaway

This high-scoring Landmark Conference matchup between Scranton and Susquehanna showcases the offensive firepower of both teams, with Scranton pulling away late to maintain its position in the conference standings with one week left in the regular season.