RIVERDALE, N.Y. – Pace University Women's Basketball concluded its exhibition schedule Monday evening with a road matchup against Division I Manhattan University, falling 67-42 at Draddy Gymnasium in its final tune-up before the start of the 2026-27 regular season.
Nicole Riemer led the Setters with 12 points, five rebounds and four steals, while Claire Fitzpatrick added nine points and Cali Chiocchi contributed eight points and four rebounds.
Pace got off to a strong start, with Chiocchi connecting from beyond the arc on the Setters' opening possession. Riemer followed with a basket to give Pace an early 5-2 advantage before Manhattan responded with a run of its own.
The Jaspers took a 16-11 lead after the opening quarter and extended their advantage to 31-17 at halftime. Manhattan continued to build its lead in the third, outscoring Pace 19-10 to enter the final period ahead 50-27.
The Setters put together their most efficient offensive quarter in the fourth, shooting 58.3 percent from the field while scoring 15 points. Riemer provided eight points in the final frame, connecting on four of her six attempts.
Defensively, Tasia Hamilton-Luke made her presence felt with five blocks, six rebounds and two steals. Syniya Barton added four points, three steals and two blocks, while Megan Wresien contributed four points on a perfect 2-for-2 shooting performance.
Pace finished the contest shooting 40.9 percent from the field, recording 11 steals and eight blocked shots. Manhattan was led by Laura Ring, who finished with 18 points.
The Setters will officially open the 2026-27 regular season on Monday, Nov. 9, when they travel to Rockville Centre, NY, to face Molloy University. Tipoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. as Pace begins its new campaign following two exhibition match-ups.
