Braden Sparks scores 21 and Fairfield beats Quinnipiac 85-79

HAMDEN, Conn. (AP) — Braden Sparks had 21 points in Fairfield’s 85-79 victory against Quinnipiac on Sunday.

Sparks shot 7 for 13 (2 for 5 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line for the Stags (18-11, 10-8 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Eric Mejia scored 16 points and added five rebounds and six assists. Deuce Turner shot 3 of 6 from the field and 7 of 7 from the free-throw line to finish with 14 points.

Jaden Zimmerman led the way for the Bobcats (18-11, 11-7) with 20 points. Quinnipiac also got 16 points and seven assists from Asim Jones. Keith Mcknight finished with 14 points, seven rebounds and two steals.

___

The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

Copyright © 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, written or redistributed.

Federal News Network Logo
Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you.

Sign up