Providence Tops Georgetown in Emotional Matchup Against Former Coach Ed Cooley

The Friars secured a 78-68 victory over the Hoyas, with balanced scoring and strong bench contributions leading the way.

Providence defeated Georgetown 78-68 in a Big East clash, marking the first meeting since former Friars coach Ed Cooley joined the Hoyas in 2023.
Five Providence players scored in double figures, with Jayden Pierre and Bensley Joseph leading the team with 14 points each.
Georgetown's Micah Peavy scored a career-high 27 points, while Thomas Sorber added 25 points and 15 rebounds in the loss.
Providence's bench outscored Georgetown's second unit 26-0, providing a crucial edge in the game.
The Friars overcame an early 12-point deficit and used a strong second-half performance to secure the win, improving to 10-10 on the season.