Central Connecticut 40, at Providence 65

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Interstat) — The Providence Friars used a dominant defensive performance to secure their first win of the season, pulling away from the Central Connecticut Blue Devils for a 65-40 victory in a non-conference women’s basketball game Monday night at Dunkin’ Center. Stifling the Blue Devils from the opening tip, the Friars forced 19 turnovers and converted them into 21 points. Providence also controlled the paint, outscoring Central Connecticut 40-18, and held a significant advantage in offensive rebounds, 17-9. The game was decided by a disastrous second quarter for the visiting Blue Devils. After trailing 15-11 through one period,… Read more...