Valentino Pinedo Delivers Last-Second Victory for Saint Francis (PA)

On November 10, 2024, Valentino Pinedo scored the decisive free throw with just one second left on the clock, leading the Saint Francis (PA) Red Flash to a 65-64 win over the Campbell Fighting Camels in Buies Creek, North Carolina. Aaron Talbert was instrumental in the game, scoring a total of 18 points, which included a strong performance with four 3-pointers. Throughout the match, Saint Francis (PA) showed resilience by overcoming a halftime deficit of 11 points. Pinedo contributed significantly to the team's offense by adding 15 points and securing five rebounds during the game. His free throw at the end proved crucial as it clinched a hard-fought victory for his team. Bobby Rosenberger III also played a pivotal role, scoring 10 points. The Fighting Camels, led by Jasin Sinani with 18 points, struggled in the second half, allowing Saint Francis (PA) to rally and seize the lead. They were outscored by 12 points in the second half, often falling short in critical moments. Nolan Dorsey, making notable contributions with eight points and seven rebounds, could not keep Campbell from faltering as the end of the game approached. Next, the Red Flash will face a challenging matchup against Penn State, while Campbell will host Newberry, seeking to bounce back from this closely contested defeat.