WORCESTER, Mass. (Interstat) — Holy Cross beat American 65-48 in a Patriot League women’s basketball game Saturday at Hart Recreation Center.

The Crusaders improved to 9-6 overall, while the Eagles fell to 4-11. Holy Cross was heavily favored entering the contest.

The game was a conference matchup, with Holy Cross securing the home victory. American’s next game is at Navy on Wednesday. Holy Cross travels to face Army the same day.