Men’s Basketball Player – Utica
Chris Jeffers, Senior, Forward – Albany, NY/Bishop Maginn
Chris Jeffers averaged a double-double, 18.5 points and 17.0 rebounds per game, as the Pioneers took home third place at the Hamilton College Invitational over the weekend. For his efforts he was named to the All-Tournament Team. He posted 18 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in the Pioneers' loss to eventual tournament champion Widener on Friday night. He came back with 19 points and 22 rebounds (17 defensive) on Saturday as the Pioneers defeated D'Youville 85-76. He also combined to shoot 50% from the floor for the weekend (11-of-22) and he made 14 free throws.