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TheKnightReport - DII Transfer guard Zach Laput hearing from several, including Rutgers
Rutgers Basketball has been pretty active this offseason, searching the Transfer Portal for some more backcourt help and recently they've decided to reach to Bentley University guard Zach Laput. The 6-foot-4, 200-pound guard and DII All-American this past season, Laput spoke with The Knight Report about his journey into the portal so far. "I spoke with coach (Mike) Larkin from Rutgers and we had a really nice conversation," Laput told TKR.
Laput Receives All-America Honors from both NABC and D2CCA
Laput Receives All-America Honors from both NABC and D2CCA WALTHAM, Mass. – The honors continue for Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) as the Northeast-10 Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Year was selected for the 2024 National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Division II All-America team. He's just the third Falcon to twice receive NABC All-America honors, following Brian Hammel '75 and Jason Westrol '10.
Laput Repeats as D2CCCA East Region Player of the Year
WALTHAM, Mass. – For the second consecutive year, Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) has been selected as the 2023-24 NCAA Division II Conference Commissioner's Association East Region Player of the Year by the region's sports information directors.
Laput Repeats as NE10 Player of the Year; McClure Earns All-Conference Honors
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) has been named the Men's Basketball Player of the Year in the Northeast-10 Conference for the second consecutive year. He's the eighth repeat honoree in the conference's 43-year history. Laput, who was recognized as an NABC Division II All-America last season, also earned his second straight first-team All-Conference nod.
Bentley Falls to Southern Connecticut in NE10 Quarters, 88-78
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University senior guards Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) and Aaron Latham (Glastonbury, Conn./Glastonbury HS) combined for 48 points, but it wasn't enough as the Falcons fell to Southern Connecticut State, 88-78, in the quarterfinals of the Northeast-10 Conference Men's Basketball Championships Sunday afternoon on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court.
Bentley Looks to Bounce Back in NE10 Quarterfinals vs. Southern Connecticut
WALTHAM, Mass. – Six days after falling to Southern Connecticut State in the regular season finale, the Bentley University Falcons will get a rematch with the Owls on Sunday on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court in the quarterfinals of the Northeast-10 Conference Men's Basketball Championship. The 3:30 pm game will be streamed live over NE10 NOW.
Laput Tabbed for Trevor Hudgins Award Top 15 List
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) is one of six Division II players nationally who has been named to the 2024 Trevor Hudgins Award Top 15 Watch List by Small College Basketball. The award will be given for the first time following this season to the senior who had the finest overall career by Small College Basketball.
Southern Connecticut Shoots Past Bentley, 76-66, in Regular Season Finale
WALTHAM, Mass. – Southern Connecticut State doubled Bentley University in three-pointers made, 14-7, and scored 27 points off turnovers to fly past the Falcons, 76-66, in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Tuesday night on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court.
19-9 Bentley Hosts Southern Conn Tuesday in Regular Season Finale
WALTHAM, Mass. – Winners of six of seven this month and one away from a third-straight 20-win season, the Bentley University Falcons will close out the regular season Tuesday at 7:30 pm with a home game against Southern Connecticut. Fans who can't make it in person can watch live over the NE10 NOW Digital Network. It's a significant game for both squads in terms of Northeast-10 playoff seeding, as well as on NCAA Division II tournament selections next month.
Pace Rallies in 2nd Half for 85-77 Win at Bentley
WALTHAM, Mass. – After trailing by as many at 17 in the first half, Pace University poured in 56 second-half points, including 23 from graduate forward Bryan Powell (Middletown, N.Y.), to overtake Bentley University, 85-77, in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court Saturday afternoon. Four scored in doubles for the Falcons, with sophomore Cash McClure (Readfield, Maine/Maranacook HS) topping the list with 20.
Streaking Bentley Hosts Pace Saturday, Looking for 3rd Straight 20-Win Season
WALTHAM, Mass. – Following a 102-54 win at Franklin Pierce University on Wednesday, the Bentley University men's basketball team will return to the Dana Center for their final two games, beginning Saturday afternoon at Pace University (3:30 pm, NE10 NOW). Coach Jay Lawson's Falcons, 19-8 overall with an East Region-best six-game winning streak, will be looking to reach the 20-win milestone for the third straight season, as well as for the 12th time in this century.
McClure & Laput Combine for 43 as Bentley Reaches Century Mark for 6th Time, 102-54
RINDGE, N.H. – Sophomore guard Cash McClure (Readfield, Maine/Maranacook HS) scored 23 points and senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) followed with 23 as Bentley University started fast and never let up en route to a 102-54 win over Franklin Pierce University in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Wednesday night at the FPU Fieldhouse.
Bentley Travels to Franklin Pierce Wednesday, Looking to Continue Unbeaten February
WALTHAM, Mass. – Owners of the longest active winning streak in NCAA Division II East Region men's basketball, the Bentley University Falcons will be seeking their sixth straight victory when they play at Franklin Pierce University Wednesday evening. Fans who can't be in Rindge, N.H. can watch the 7:30 game over the NE10 NOW Digital Network.
Latham & Laput Combine for 43 as Bentley Wins 5th Straight, 79-75
WALTHAM, Mass. – Senior guard Aaron Latham (Glastonbury, Conn./Glastonbury HS) scored 22, classmate Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) followed with 21 and both sank clutch free throws in the final ten seconds as Bentley University extended its win streak to five, 79-75 over The College of Saint Rose in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Saturday afternoon at the Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium.
Bentley Visits Saint Rose Saturday with Falcons Seeking 5th Straight Win
WALTHAM, Mass. – It's been an impressive four game stretch for the Bentley University men's basketball team. There have been home wins against second-place Adelphi, Southern New Hampshire and conference-leading St. Michael's, as well as a come-from-behind double-OT win at Assumption. The Falcons will look to continue the momentum on Saturday when they take on The College of Saint Rose in Albany, N.Y. The 3:30 pm contest from the Nolan Gymnasium will be streamed over the NE10 NOW digital network.
Laput Tabbed for Bevo Francis Top 50 Watch List
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) has been named to the Bevo Francis Top 50 Watch List by Small College Basketball. The Clarence "Bevo" Francis Award is presented annually to the player who has had the finest overall season within Small College Basketball. Considerations include season statistics and individual achievements, awards, personal character and team achievements.
McClure & Laput Each Score 19 as Bentley Takes Down St. Michael’s for 4th Straight
WALTHAM, Mass. – Sophomore guard Cash McClure (Readfield, Maine/Maranacook HS) and senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) led five double figure scorers with 19 points apiece as Bentley University took down first-place St. Michael's College, 84-65, in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Wednesday night on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court. Bentley, with its season-best fourth straight win, improved to 18-6 overall and 14-4 in the NE10.
Bentley Hosts St. Michael’s Wednesday in Matchup of NE10 Top Teams
WALTHAM, Mass. – Two of the top teams in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball will square off Wednesday night at Bentley University's Dana Center with the Falcons paired against first-place St. Michael's College. The 7:30 pm game will be streamed over the NE10 NOW digital network. The game was originally slated to be played Tuesday but was rescheduled due to the forecasted snow.
Carroll & McClure Combine for 50 as Bentley Rallies to Win in Double OT
WORCESTER, Mass. – Sophomores Joe Carroll (Cedar Grove, N.J./Don Bosco Prep) and Cash McClure (Readfield, Maine/Maranacook HS) combined for 50 points as Bentley University rallied from 16 points down to defeat Assumption University, 101-98, in double overtime in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Saturday afternoon at Laska Gymnasium. Carroll finished with 26 points, shattering his previous career best of 15 points, and McClure matched his collegiate best with 24 points.
Bentley Uses 13 3-Pointers, Solid Rebounding & Strong Defense for 75-60 Win
WALTHAM, Mass. – Nine more three-pointers, a +11 rebound margin and a strong defensive effort helped the Bentley University Falcons earn a 75-60 win over Southern New Hampshire University in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Wednesday night on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court. Senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS), who became the 15th player in program history to reach the 1,500 point mark, led four Falcons in double figures with 20 points.
Bentley Hosts SNHU Wednesday in Match-Up of NE10 3rd-Place Teams
WALTHAM, Mass. – The two teams currently tied for third in the Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball standings, the Bentley University Falcons and the Southern New Hampshire Penmen, will square off for the second time this season Wednesday night, this time with the Falcons the home team. Tip-off at the Dana Center is scheduled for 7:30 pm and will be streamed live on NE10 NOW.
Laput Named to Trevor Hudgins Award Top 25 Watch List
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) has been named to the inaugural Trevor Hudgins Top 25 Watch List. The award will be presented annually to the senior who has the finest overall career within Small College Basketball. Laput, who was previously selected for the Bevo Francis Award Top 100 Watch List, is averaging 19.9 points, 7.0 rebounds and 4.3 assists for the 14-8 Falcons.
Laput & Latham Combine for 41 as Bentley Takes Care of Adelphi, 79-66
WALTHAM, Mass. – Senior guards Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) and Aaron Latham (Glastonbury, Conn./Glastonbury HS) combined for 41 points and the Falcons finished with a 48-18 domination in paint points as Bentley University improved to 9-1 at home with a 79-66 win over Adelphi University in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Saturday afternoon on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court.
Bentley Puts 8-1 Home Record on the Line against Adelphi Saturday
WALTHAM, Mass. – The Bentley University men's basketball team, 8-1 at home this season, will be put to the test over the next couple home games as the Falcons take on Adelphi University and Southern New Hampshire at the Dana Center. The Adelphi game is Saturday at 3:30 pm and the SNHU contest is Wednesday at 7:30 pm with both being streamed over the NE10 NOW Digital Network. After dropping two of its last three, Bentley entered February at 13-8 overall and 8-6 in the Northeast-10.
Bentley Comeback Bid Falls Short at Saint Anselm, 65-62
MANCHESTER, N.H. – It was a tale of two halves Tuesday night at Saint Anselm College. Despite outscoring the Hawks 45-28 in the second half and closing to within one late, the Bentley University Falcons came up just short, 65-62, in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball at Stoutenburgh Gymnasium. Leading the comeback was sophomore guard Cash McClure (Readfield, Maine/Maranacook HS), who scored 16 of his team-high 18 points in the second half.
Bentley Visits Saint Anselm Tuesday, Looking for 5th Win in Last 6 Games
WALTHAM, Mass. – The Bentley University men's basketball team will be looking for its fifth win in its last six games Tuesday night at Saint Anselm College when the Falcons and the Hawks meet for the 107th time. The 7:30 pm game from Stoutenburgh Gymnasium will be streamed over the NE10 NOW Digital Network. The two teams need no introduction to each other as this will be the eighth meeting between the two over the last three seasons.
Bochenek Leads Prolific Bentley Shooting Attack During Win at New Haven
WALTHAM, Mass. – Graduate wing Kellen Bochenek (Kettering, Ohio/Fairmont HS) hit six threes while netting a career-high 23, four teammates also scored in doubles and the Falcons connected at a 70 percent clip in the second half as Bentley University shot past the University of New Haven, 100-74, Saturday afternoon in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball at the Charger Gymnasium.
Bentley Looks To Bounce Back Saturday at New Haven
WALTHAM, Mass. – Following its first home loss in nearly a year, the Bentley University men's basketball team will look to bounce back Saturday when it faces the University of New Haven on the road (3:30 pm, NE10NOW.tv). The Falcons, who will be looking to sweep the season series after a 79-60 win back in November, will make the trip with records of 12-7 overall and 7-5 Northeast-10, good for a tie for fourth place in the congested conference standings. Only four games separate the top eight.
AIC Hands Bentley 1st Home Loss, 73-67, Despite 19 by McClure
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University's 12-game home winning streak came to an end Wednesday evening as the Falcons were upended by American International College, 73-67, in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court. Bentley, which had won six of its last seven, dropped to 12-6 overall and into a tie for fourth in the NE10 with a 7-5 conference record.
12-6 Bentley Returns Home to Take On AIC Wednesday
WALTHAM, Mass. – After climbing to fourth in the D2CSC East Region men's basketball rankings, the Bentley University Falcons will be looking for their first four-game winning streak of the season Wednesday when they host the American International College Yellow Jackets. The 7:30 pm game will be streamed over the NE10 NOW Digital Network. At the midpoint of the conference schedule, Bentley is 12-6 overall and 7-4 overall after coming from behind to win its last two games, both on the road.
Laput Receives Northeast-10 Player of the Week Honors
WALTHAM, Mass. – Following a 2-0 week for the Bentley University Falcons, senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) has been named the Northeast-10 Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week. In two come-from-behind wins on the road, Laput averaged 23.5 points, five rebounds, 3.5 assists and two steals while making 12 of 20 shots overall (.600), half of his 12 three-point attempts, and 17 of 19 free throws.
Bentley Finishes Strong for Come-From-Behind 79-70 Win at Pace
PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. – In a game they trailed by as many as 14 in the first half, the Bentley University Falcons closed with a 13-4 run to win for the sixth time in the last seven games, 79-70 over Pace University in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Saturday afternoon at the Goldstein Fitness Center. Graduate guard Kellan Bochenek (Kettering, Ohio/Fairmont HS), the NE10 leader in three-pointers made, sank six from deep, all from the left side, and finished with a game-high 18 points.
11-6 Bentley Remains on Road for Saturday Contest at Pace
WALTHAM, Mass. – After rallying for a 72-66 win at Southern Connecticut State, the Bentley University men's basketball team will be back on the road Saturday afternoon for a 3:30 pm contest at Pace University. The game from the Goldstein Fitness Center will be streamed live over the NE10 NOW Digital Network. Bentley, 5-1 over the last month, will make the trip to Pleasantville, N.Y. with records of 11-6 overall and 6-4 conference.
Laput’s 30 Includes 11 During Game-Ending 15-0 Run as Bentley Rallies Late
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Senior All-America guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS scored 30 points, including 11 during a game-ending 15-0 blast, as Bentley University came from behind for a 72-66 win over Southern Connecticut State University in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Tuesday night at the Moore Field House.
Bentley Looking for Road Success with 4 of Next 5 Away from Waltham
WALTHAM, Mass. – After extending its home winning streak to 12, including eight this season, the Bentley University men's basketball team will look to take that success on the road as four of the next five are away from Waltham. The stretch of road games will begin Tuesday in New Haven, Conn. with the Falcons playing at Southern Connecticut State at the Moore Field House at 7:30 pm (NE10 NOW). The two teams are tied for fifth place in the Northeast-10 standings, both at 5-4 in conference.
Laput Named to Bevo Francis Top 100 Watch List
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS), who is coming off a career-best 35-point effort in Saturday's 111-64 win over Franklin Pierce University, has been named to the Bevo Francis Top 100 Watch List for the 2023-24 season. He was the only Northeast-10 Conference player who was recognized. The Top 100 Watch List consists of some of the top players from NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III, NAIA, USCAA and NCCAA men's basketball.
Career Game by Laput Helps Bentley Trounce Franklin Pierce, 111-64
WALTHAM, Mass. – Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) scored a career-high 35 points and also amassed nine rebounds, five assists and five steals as the Falcons stayed unbeaten at home with a 111-64 win over Franklin Pierce University in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Saturday afternoon on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court.
Bentley Hosts Franklin Pierce Saturday with Falcons Seeking 12th Straight Home Win
WALTHAM, Mass. – The Bentley University men's basketball team will be looking for its fourth victory in five games and its 12th consecutive home court win when the Falcons take on visiting Franklin Pierce University Saturday afternoon. The 3:30 pm game will be streamed over the NE10 Now Digital Network with Bridgewater TV handling the production. Bentley, 9-6 overall and 4-4 Northeast-10, will be looking to bounce back from Wednesday's 80-75 loss at conference-leading St. Michael's.
Bentley Falls to Conference Leaders Despite Combined 45 Points from McClure & Laput
COLCHESTER, Vt. – Despite 23 points from sophomore guard Cash McClure (Readfield, Maine/Maranacook HS) and 22 from senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS), the Bentley University Falcons fell to conference-leading St. Michael's College, 80-75, in Northeast-10 men's basketball Wednesday night at the Ross Sports Center.
Bentley Looks to Cool Off St. Michael’s Wednesday in Vermont
WALTHAM, Mass. – Following a 3-0 homestand, the Bentley University will be on the road Wednesday night, taking on St. Michael's College, the number one team in the Northeast-10 Conference, at the Ross Sports Center in Colchester, Vt. Game time is 7:30 pm and it will be streamed over the NE10 NOW Digital Network. Bentley will head north with records of 9-5 overall and 4-3 Northeast-10.
Sizzling Second-Half Shooting Results in 89-69 Bentley Win
WALTHAM, Mass. – Sizzling second-half shooting that included 13 of 19 from beyond the arc powered the Bentley University Falcons to an 89-69 win over The College of Saint Rose in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball Saturday afternoon on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court.
Bentley Hosts Saint Rose Saturday with Falcons Seeking 3rd Straight
WALTHAM, Mass. – The Bentley University men's basketball team will be looking to make it a 3-0 homestand Saturday when the Falcons host The College of Saint Rose. Game time is 3:30 pm and it will be streamed over the NE10 NOW Digital Network for those who can't make it to the Dana Center. Bentley, which has posted wins over Bridgeport (102-83) and Assumption (80-64) in its last two games, is 8-5 overall and 3-3 Northeast-10, good for a tie for sixth place.
Laput Leads 5 in Doubles as Bentley Stays Perfect at Home
WALTHAM, Mass. – Senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS), a 2023 NABC Division II All-America, scored 15 in the first seven minutes and finished with 25 points, 13 rebounds and five assists in Bentley University's 80-64 win over Assumption University in Northeast-10 Conference men's basketball action Wednesday night on Barbara Stevens Court. Bentley, 6-0 at home, improved to 8-5 overall and squared its conference record at 3-3 after maintaining the lead for the final 37:45.
Bentley Makes 2024 Debut Wednesday with Home Game vs. Assumption
WALTHAM, Mass. – The Bentley University men's basketball team will look to remain unbeaten at home when it hosts the Assumption University Greyhounds Wednesday evening in its first action in 15 days. Tip off is scheduled for 7:30 pm and the Northeast-10 Conference encounter will be streamed over the NE10 NOW Digital Network. Both teams will enter the contest with identical 7-5 overall records, although the layoff for the two squads is significantly different. While Bentley has been off since a Dec.
Quartet Combine for 83 as Bentley Shoots Past Bridgeport, 102-83
WALTHAM, Mass. – Sophomore guard Cash McClure (Readfield, Maine/Maranacook HS), part of a quartet who combined for 83 points, finished with a career-high 24 as Bentley University stayed unbeaten at home with a 103-82 win over the University of Bridgeport in non-conference men's basketball Tuesday night on the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court. McClure, whose previous best was 15, was followed in the scoring column by senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS).
Bentley Wraps Up 2023 Portion of Schedule with Tuesday Home Game vs. Bridgeport
WALTHAM, Mass. – Following a tough loss at Post University Sunday afternoon, the Bentley University men's basketball team will look to close out the 2023 portion of the schedule on a positive note when it takes on the University of Bridgeport Tuesday night at home in non-conference action. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 pm and it will be streamed over the NE10 NOW Digital Network.
Bentley Falls to 8-1 Post, 74-73, on Last-Second Putback
WATERBURY, Conn. – Bentley University senior guard Zach Laput (Beacon Falls, Conn./Notre Dame HS) hit a go-ahead three-pointer with 12.3 seconds left, but a putback by six-nine junior Kyle Alcy (Everett, Mass.) with one second left gave Post University a 74-73 win over Bentley University in non-conference men's basketball Sunday afternoon at the Drubner Center. Post, the second-ranked team in the Division II East Region, improved to 8-1 while Bentley slipped to 6-5.
After Impressive Win, Bentley Looks to Cool Off Post on the Road
WALTHAM, Mass. – Following an impressive win over Felician University, the Bentley University men's basketball team will be on the road Sunday afternoon, looking to cool off once-beaten Post University in Waterbury, Conn. Tip-off is set for 2 pm and fans can watch live at https://caccnetwork.com/post/. Bentley, 6-4 overall, is coming off a 106-71 rout of a very good Felician team, a game that saw the Falcons break the school record for three-pointers and deliver 33 assists.
Bentley Buries School Record 23 Triples to Fly Past Felician, 106-71
WALTHAM, Mass. – Three-pointers were flying Tuesday afternoon as the Bentley University Falcons buried a school record 23 to stun Felician University, 106-71, in non-conference men's basketball at the Dana Center's Barbara Stevens Court. Five different Falcons connected at least three times from downtown as the Falcons halted a two-game slide and shattered the program record of 19, set in 1992 against Southern Connecticut State and matched against Assumption in 1996 and Felician two years ago.
Bentley Hosts Felician Tuesday in Rare Weekday Matinee
WALTHAM, Mass. – After dropping consecutive contests for only the second time in the last three seasons, the Bentley University men's basketball team will look to get back on track Tuesday when it hosts Felician University in a rare weekday matinee. The 3 pm non-conference encounter between the Falcons and the Golden Falcons will be streamed live over the NE10 NOW digital network.
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