In a competitive matchup on Tuesday evening, Providence secured a victory over Hampton, winning 60-51, with both Jayden Pierre and Joseph Bensley contributing 13 points each for the Friars.
Pierre also made his mark on the boards, grabbing six rebounds to aid Providence in their win, improving their record to 3-0 this season. Bensley had a mixed shooting night, completing 3 of his 13 attempts from the floor, including 3 of 11 from beyond the three-point line. His offensive contributions were underscored by effective free-throw shooting, going 4 for 5, and he dished out five assists. Wesley Cardet Jr. added to the scoring effort with 10 points, shooting 4 for 10 overall and making 2 of 5 from three-point territory.
For the Pirates, Noah Farrakhan led the way with 16 points in the loss, while Trevor Smith contributed 11 points. Xzavier Long rounded out the scoring for Hampton with eight points, along with seven rebounds and two steals, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Friars.
The game showcased the Friars’ strong performance, allowing them to maintain their undefeated streak as they look to build on this early success in the season. The Pirates, now standing at 1-2, will aim to regroup and bounce back in their upcoming games.