The Holy Cross men's basketball team captured their first victory of the season with a 67-61 win over Hampton at the Brown Bears Invitational. Junior Joe Nugent led the Crusaders with a season-high 22 points, while sophomore Tyler Boston made the game-winning shot with 39 seconds remaining, contributing 14 points overall. Freshman Aiden Disu added 10 points, helping Holy Cross improve to 1-3. Hampton's Xzavier Long recorded a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds in the loss.

By the Numbers
  • Nugent: 22 points, 6-for-10 shooting (60%), 100% free throws (6-for-6).
  • Holy Cross: Perfect 15-of-15 from the free throw line.
State of Play
  • Holy Cross sits at a 1-3 record after this game.
  • Boston's late jumper secured the win after a back-and-forth contest.
What's Next

Holy Cross will face Brown, who is currently 0-4, on November 18 to conclude their participation in the Brown Bears Invitational.

Bottom Line

The Crusaders demonstrated resilience amid a shaky start to the season, showcasing potential growth and a player to watch in Nugent as he approaches career milestones.