The University of Vermont shot 68 percent from the floor on Monday night, topping SIena College in the Saints home opener for the 2014-15 season.

Brett Bisping shoots against Illinois State in the 2014 CBI (SienaSaints.com).
Brett Bisping shoots against Illinois State in the 2014 CBI (SienaSaints.com).
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Despite the Catamounts hot shooting, the Saints only fell by eight, 84-76. The Saints actually led at the half by one.

Rob Poole led the Saints with 22 points while Evan Hymes had 15 and Ryan Oliver had 11. Ethan O' Day topped four Catamounts in double-figures with 20.

Siena is now 0-2 after this loss followed a tough season-opening loss on the road at UMass. Siena will take on St. Bonaventure on Wednesday night.

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