Holy Cross 66, at Sacred Heart 79

FAIRFIELD, Conn. (Interstat) — In a game defined by defensive pressure and long-range shooting, the Sacred Heart Pioneers used a dominant first half to secure a 79-66 victory over the Holy Cross Crusaders in a non-conference men’s basketball game Friday night at the William Pitt Center. Sacred Heart improved its record to 2-3, while Holy Cross dropped to 1-5. The Pioneers seized control early, capitalizing on a barrage of three-pointers and a stifling defense that forced numerous Holy Cross turnovers. Sacred Heart built a 43-32 lead by halftime, connecting on 10 of its 16 three-point attempts in the opening period.… Read more...