Merrifield averaged 13.7 points per game over the Terriers 2-1 week performance. The Freshman forward put up a game-high 26 points and 15 rebounds in the squad's 70-63 victory over Lyndon State on Friday. On the week, Merrifield averaged eight boards and 1.3 blocks per game.

Thomas will return to action after the holiday break, hosting conference rival University of Maine at Farmington on January 7 at 7:30pm. Thomas was 0-2 against the Beavers last season, falling 63-49 in Farmington, and 82-44 at home.