by Rachel Barter ’27 on October 8, 2026

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Opinion - Campus

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As a senior who has now attended four Late Night Madness events—yes, I am that old—I can safely say that this year’s iteration was entertaining from start to finish. The event moved at a crisp pace, and I was never bored. However, a few changes left me questioning the decisions made behind the scenes.

First, the positives. The timing of the performances and announcements were spot-on. Intermissions were short enough to keep the crowd engaged, and no single segment overstayed its welcome. I also appreciated the return of floor access for students. The event staff successfully managed a limited pit capacity, preventing the dangerous crowding I experienced my freshman year. That said, the selection process for who received pit access versus seating remained unclear.

A few other structural shifts raised eyebrows. For one, it was hard to ignore the discrepancy in performance times. While Providence College A Cappella performed two songs, the PC Dance Club, a much larger group, was limited to a single Justin Bieber mashup. Unless team captains chose their own durations, event organizers should establish a standardized time limit for all performance groups.

More concerning was the disparity in team announcements. While the men’s hockey team was formally introduced to the arena, the women’s hockey team was omitted entirely. Regardless of the reasoning behind this decision, equity matters: if a men’s division is recognized at a university event, the corresponding women’s program deserves the same stage.

Finally, my biggest critique was the decision to cut individual athlete walkouts and hype songs. In previous years, hearing individual names called and watching athletes enter with their country or state flags added a personal touch. It highlighted their identities and helped students feel connected to the roster on a human level.

While cutting these introductions likely saved time, especially with the addition of the men’s hockey team, the sacrifice wasn’t worth it. If timing is the core issue, starting the event 30 minutes earlier, at 7:30 p.m., would preserve one of the most energetic and personal traditions for students, families, and alumni alike.

Late Night Madness is a staple of the PC experience, but efficiency shouldn’t come at the cost of inclusion and tradition, whether that is for student performers or athletes. Specifically, moving forward, PC must ensure every team gets equal respect, and every student-athlete receives the spotlight they’ve earned.

by Sierra Magennis ’28 on October 1, 2026

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Athlete of the Week

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Athlete of the week: Miller McDonald reaches 2,000 assists and counting. The Providence College women’s volleyball team looks like it has a lot of potential this year. With a current 8–3 record, the team is strong and is led by its powerful players. Most notably among them this week is Miller McDonald ’27. In their tough loss against Harvard this past weekend, McDonald reached her 2,000th assist, leading the team and program since 2021. For those who do not follow volleyball, the setter is the player who delivers the ball to their hitters, acting as a quarterback leading their team. They read the defense across the net and give the ball to the hitter who can turn the play into a point for the team. McDonald has started in nearly every game at Providence College and has led her team each year in assists, with her most coming during her sophomore season, when she totaled 686 assists. Even though excellence in volleyball is often seen through the big power hitters dealing points, this week’s athlete has the toughest job: making all her other teammates look their best, and she has the stats to prove her skill. This lefty setter also works incredibly hard on the defensive and service end of the game. She had totaled 697 digs across her four years, averaging 1.97 digs per set, along with 20 block assists. McDonald also leads her team in service aces this year, tallying 20 aces for the Friars. McDonald attended Lake Highlands High School in Dallas, Texas, and played for the club team “Madfrog,” a recruiting hot spot for the PC volleyball program. McDonald has played alongside club teammates in high school and college, including Shea Dupuis ’27, Lyric Berry ’27, and Macy Taylor ’27 who all came out of the same club. Playing alongside each other for so many years, these athletes have built strong friendships that have translated to better chemistry on the court. Even though the team fell short during their game against Harvard on Friday, Sept. 18, they gave them a difficult challenge. The Friars managed to climb out of an 18–14 deficit in the first set, tying at 21–21, but eventually fell short, with an ending score of 25–21. The Crimson won with the same score during the second set, but Providence was not backing down. They fought hard and did not give up an easy win, ending the set with six ties and several lead changes. The third set ended with a loss, Harvard winning by two, with a score of 29–27. This game may count as a loss on the stat sheet, but setter McDonald did not leave Cambridge with her spirits down. She had a total of 20 assists, surpassing the milestone. Now having 2,014 assists in her career, McDonald will continue to lead her team with redshirt Sarah Musial ’29 in their 6–2 offense this season. Even though this game did not go their way, McDonald’s achievements are still worth celebrating. Her team still has not competed against any other schools in the Big East conference, but their first challenge will be at home against DePaul on Friday, Sept. 25, at 5 p.m.

by Dorothée Durivage ’28 on October 1, 2026

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Sports Shorts

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Men’s Soccer 

Providence College’s men’s soccer team was only able to play one of the two games it had scheduled for the week, with the Big East home-opening game planned for Saturday, Sept. 26, postponed due to weather. The Friars took on rivals from across town on Tuesday, Sept. 22, in a game against the Brown University Bears on Chapey Field. Providence won the match 2–1, with both goals scored in the second half and assisted by Vasco Teixeira ’28 and Angelo Ventrella ’29. The first goal was scored by Brian Garrepy ’28, his sixth of the season, and the second goal was scored by Sam Montalto ’26 ’27G, his third this season.  

Women’s Hockey 

Providence College’s women’s ice hockey team took on Sacred Heart University on Friday, Sept. 25, and Saturday, Sept. 26, in Schneider Arena. The weekend ended in a sweep for the Friars, winning 4–2 on Friday and 3–0 on Saturday. Hanna Olson ’29 scored during the first game of the season for Providence, assisted by Cali Cerruti ’28 and Kiara Kraft ’27. Friday’s remaining goals were scored by Elizabeth Janovski and Grace Van Volson ’30, who scored Providence’s third and fourth goals. As for Saturday’s game, Elizabeth Janovski ’30 and Grace Van Volson kept the momentum from Friday going, with the final goal scored by Audrey Knapp ’27. 

Field Hockey 

Providence College’s field hockey team traveled to Washington, D.C., this past Friday to play against Georgetown University. The Friars won 1–0, with the goal scored by Carly van Benten ’27 and assisted by Ariana Ftorek ’29. This goal was Benten’s fifth of the season and Ftorek’s second assist. This brings Providence’s record to 7–2 overall and 2–0 in the Big East, with an average of 3.33 goals per game while only letting in an average of 1.22 goals from the opponent. The Friars’ next game is their pink-out home game on Oct. 2 against the University of Connecticut to start off Homecoming weekend. 

Women’s Volleyball 

Providence College’s volleyball team played two home games this past week, the first one against DePaul University on Sept. 25 and the second against Marquette University on Sept. 26. The Friars took on the Blue Demons for the Big East home opener and lost 0–3. Against the Golden Eagles, the Friars also lost 0–3, bringing their record to 8–5 overall and 0–2 in the Big East. Providence College will be away for both games next week, playing at Villanova University on Oct. 2 and in Washington, D.C., against Georgetown University on Oct. 3. They will be back at Alumni Hall on Oct. 9 against Seton Hall.

by Emilia Farrall ‘28 on April 16, 2026

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Sports

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Rhett Chambers ’27 has been an all-around allstar for Providence College’s men’s lacrosse team this season. Even before the season started, Chambers was formally recognized by the conference through his selection to the Preseason All-Big East Team. The junior midfielder was also named USA Lacrosse Division 1 Men’s Player of the Week back in February. The week of March 9, he was named to the Big East Weekly Honor Roll for men’s lacrosse. Then, on March 23, Chambers was named to the New England Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association D1 Team of the Week. Also that week, Chambers was named again to the Big East Weekly Honor Roll for men’s lacrosse. Chambers currently ranks No. 3 in the Big East in points per game at 4.44, and also No. 20 among NCAA D1 players in assists per game at two. He currently leads the Friars in assists by a large margin, with 26 on the season. He is No. 1 on the team in goal scoring with 27 goals on the season. A scoring threat on all sides, Chambers has recorded five or more assists three times this season and has had six hat-trick games. Besides his impressive work for the Friars, Chambers competed for Team USA in the 2025 World Lacrosse Men’s U20 Championship last August on Jeju Island in South Korea. While the team ultimately lost to Canada, they were undefeated in pool play. In the championship game, Chambers scored one goal to contribute to the five goals scored that game. Besides his work on the field, Chambers is an accomplished finance major and is heavily involved in the Student-Led Asset Management Fund. Chambers is a dedicated student athlete who puts in tremendous effort both on and off the field. With countless accolades from this season alone, which is far from over, Chambers stands out from his teammates as one to watch.

by Dorothée Durivage ’28 and Pippa Jones ’28 on April 16, 2026

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Sports

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Lightning
Ranking No. 3 in the Atlantic Division, the Tampa Bay Lightning remain a top contender to take home the Stanley Cup. With 49 wins this season, they finished strong despite injuries taking out five of their players. Dominic James, Maxwell Crozier, and Victor Hedman have been on injured reserve and are likely out for the rest of the season, while Zemgus Girgensons and Darren Raddysh are being monitored on a day-to-day basis to see how their injuries progress. This season, they also gained more popularity when they hosted the 2026 NHL Stadium Series game. The game was held in Tampa to highlight the spread of hockey to Florida. With this season’s newfound support, the team has pressure on them to perform. Nikita Kucherov, Tampa’s leading goal scorer, has 43 goals and 85 assists. Their right wing has set a franchise record for the most assists and goals in a season. The Lightning are a team that has had consistent success within the regular season and in playoffs. They have won three Stanley Cup championships: in 2004 against the Calgary Flames, in 2020 against the Dallas Stars, and in 2021 against the Montreal Canadiens. This season they were very successful despite their challenges, affirming their strength as a team. Tampa Bay often  appeared in the Eastern Conference Finals and has set NHL records, such as having the most wins in a season in their 2018–2019 season, which has since been broken by the Boston Bruins in 2023. As a hockey club, Tampa has always been dependable with their great goaltending and strong offense. Their strength as a team will carry them through the playoffs and into the championship, especially considering their experience with success in the Stanley Cup playoffs in other years.
– Pippa Jones ’28
Sports Staff

Avalanche
Having clinched the Presidents’ Trophy, the Colorado Avalanche are in a great position to win the 2026 Stanley Cup. With the start of the playoffs approaching on April 18, the Avalanche currently stand at No. 1for the regular season after 79 games and scoring 115 points. As a result of being the top regular-season team, they are guaranteed to have home-ice advantage for every playoff appearance they make. The current Avalanche team is made up of two key players who are dominating the league, giving them an edge against any opponent they face, both offensively and defensively. Halifax-born Nathan MacKinnon currently leads the NHL in goals, having scored 52 this season. When combining that number with his 74 assists, he has 126 points this season, placing him No. 3 in the league behind the Edmonton Oiler’s Connor McDavid and Tampa Bay Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov. Another strong player for the team has been Brampton-born goalie Scott Wedgewood, who has the NHL’s highest save percentage at .918 having played 43 games out of 79. Wedgewood also has the league’s lowest goals against average, sitting at 2.10. 

In playoff history, Colorado has played postseason games in 21 seasons and are on a nine-year streak, having made it past the regular season every year since 2018. The Avalanche have appeared in three Stanley Cup Finals since the move from the Quebec Nordiques to the Colorado Avalanche in 1995. Out of their three appearances, the team has won all of them, winning in 1996, 2001, and 2022. Head coach Jared Bednar has been with the team since the 2016–2017 season and has taken the team to the playoffs every season except for his first and coached them through their 2022 Stanley Cup win. Coach Bednar has the experience needed to bring the trophy home again this year, making the team a very strong contender to make it all the way. 
– Dorothée Durivage ’28
Sports Staff

by Connor Whalen ‘28 on February 12, 2026

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Sports - Professional

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The 2023 World Baseball Classic wrote all-time, classic moments into the history books of baseball: Trea Turner’s grand slam against Venezuela, a Czech electrician striking out Shohei Ohtani—the world’s best baseball player, Mexico’s run led by Randy Arozarena, and the unforgettable at-bat in which Ohtani struck out his Los Angeles Angels teammate Mike Trout to win the title for Japan. This year’s Classic brings a deeper, more talented pool of teams, and should be an exciting tournament to watch from the pool play to the championship. The tournament features 20 teams from around the world, split up into four pools of five. The teams play a round-robin series of games, and the two top teams from each pool advance to the knockout phase. The eight teams are then narrowed down to one winner in a single-elimination bracket. 

The World Baseball Classic is the perfect tournament both for diehard fans and for casual fans of the sport. For Americans there is a built in rooting interest—the United States or the team representing one’s ethnic background—making the tournament engaging and enjoyable. The former not only get to watch the biggest stars of the sport compete against each other in a high stakes, competitive setting, but also get to see exciting prospects get a chance to shine on a big stage, former Major League Baseball fan favorites take the field years after retirement to represent their country, and simply some of the best, high-quality baseball that one could possibly watch. 

Pool A is possibly the most difficult of the pools to predict, as it contains no clear favorite, but the teams are about as even as they possibly can be. I predict Canada to win the pool, with Puerto Rico in second place and also advancing, leaving behind Colombia, Panama, and Cuba. Canada has the most complete team of the group, with major league experience in every area of the roster. Puerto Rico would, in any other year, be the favorite, but many of their star players—such as the New York Mets’ Francisco Lindor—are not participating this year. 

Team USA is no doubt the favorite to win Pool B, but it will by no means whatsoever be a cake walk. Mexico and Italy are great teams, both with dangerous lineups. Great Britain features New York Yankees’ star Jazz Chisholm and other MLB players. I predict the U.S. to still come out on top, and Italy to take second, upsetting Mexico and knocking them out early. Barring any miracles, Great Britain and Brazil will take No. 4 and No. 5 and be sent home packing. 

Pool C is Japan’s for the taking, the only other relevant team being Korea. I predict Korea to take second, followed by Taiwan, Australia, and Czechia; this group is, without a doubt, the most predictable of the bunch.

Pool D will be the most interesting to watch. The Dominican Republic should win the pool, as its 2026 squad is as well-regarded as any in the tournament. Their lineup is most likely the best in the world, headlined by stars such as Juan Soto, Fernando Tatis Jr., Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Julio Rodriguez, among others. Venezuela, however, should be talked about just as much as any other nation. Led by Ronald Acuna, Jr., the Venezuelan lineup is dangerous from top to bottom, and their pitching staff is among the best in the world. The D.R. and Venezuela should absolutely tear this pool apart, though it is a shame the Netherlands—a fun team consisting of stars from former Dutch territories Curacao and Aruba—will not stand a chance, as they could have in other pools. Israel and Nicaragua round out the last two spots and will be no match for the Latin American powerhouses. 

I predict the U.S., Italy (my favorite dark horse pick this year), Venezuela (who I predict, rather unpopularly, to dethrone Ohtani and reigning world champion Japan), and the D. R. will win their pools. The U.S. should make the final rather easily this year, as its three biggest threats—Japan, the D.R., and Venezuela—all lie on the other side of the bracket. The D.R. will, in my view, be taking their place in the final against the U.S., though Venezuela should absolutely not be underestimated. I predict them also to defeat the U.S. in the final. The U.S. will use either Paul Skenes or Tarik Skubal, should they make the final; they are undeniably the two best pitchers in the world. However, Dominican Christopher Sanchez is as good as any pitcher on the planet outside of those two, and can give his nation a fighting chance. The Dominican lineup is simply too good and will overpower any opposing team standing in their way. Regardless of who wins, however, the tournament will feature great storylines and great baseball, and should continue its growth in popularity this year, adding more global awareness and fandom to the sport of baseball. Be sure to tune in!

by Sarah Wolff ’28 and Andrew Vines ’29 on January 29, 2026

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Sports

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BC

As Providence College sports fans, we are spoiled with high-stakes rivalry games throughout the year. Whether it’s Big East basketball or nationally recognized hockey, Friars fans are rarely left without something to rally behind. Still, the question remains, is there enough energy for both sports? And which rivalry brings more excitement: the Boston College-Providence College hockey game or the Georgetown University-Providence College basketball game? Both draw major crowds and have long-standing traditions. Yet, when it comes to the pure atmosphere and investment in the sport itself, hosting BC in Schneider Arena remains unmatched.

There is no denying the significance of when Georgetown basketball, a Big East team with a nationally recognized name, comes to the Amica Mutual Pavilion. However, the excitement with this game in particular stems from Ed Cooley’s history at PC. His success with the program defined a whole wave of PC basketball, and his quick departure left his reputation here in the dust. So, for many fans, the Georgetown game is less about the game happening on the court and more about its storyline. The boos and chants are driven not by deeply rooted rivalry between programs but by school loyalty and memory. 

On the other hand, hockey thrives on a different kind of energy. While PC hockey does generate a similar sense of community, the crowd in Schneider is there to watch hockey. The  BC-Providence rivalry is more about regional pride than anything else. These are two very elite New England programs with years of shared history and a level of intensity and pressure that basketball rarely sees. The atmosphere at a PC hockey game is uniquely electric. As a sport, hockey is fast, physical, and has an unpredictable pace that keeps viewers fully engaged, because they could miss something game-changing in a second. If you combine that with a competition against a nationally prominent team like BC, attention will reach far beyond campus, and the energy runs purely through the game.
– Sarah Wolff ’28 
Sports Staff

Georgetown

 The Providence College versus Georgetown University men’s basketball rivalry heated up in March of 2023 following the departure of former Providence Head Coach Ed Cooley. After 12 years at the helm of the Friars and following a Sweet 16 run, Cooley decided to leave PC to take the head coaching job at a fellow Big East school: Georgetown. 

This departure greatly upset Friars fans, asCooley’s focus during the NCAA Tournament run seemed to shift from his team to his next job. With Cooley leaving for a fellow Big East school, he would face Providence twice a year and make an annual trip back to the community he betrayed.  

Cooley made his first return to Providence on Jan. 27, 2024. A betrayed fanbase welcomed him with loud boos. Students waited for hours to get into the game and let Cooley hear it. The environment was one of the best in the sport. Combining one of the top fanbases with the pure hatred they had for Cooley led to an inevitable showdown. In his first return to Providence, Cooley and the Hoyas suffered an 84–76 defeat. Devin Carter ’24 led the way with 29 points.  

Cooley returned in 2025 and was greeted by another restless crowd, and once again suffered a loss with a final score of 78–68. This year, on Jan. 24, Cooley and the Hoyas walked into a packed Amica Mutual Pavilion. With a full crowd, Cooley definitely heard the hate. Cooley walked out about 90 minutes before tipoff to boos, which then continued throughout the game. Cooley and the Hoyas emerged victorious after coming back from being down by 21 points, winning 81–78.  

Despite the loss, the fans still showed up and brought the noise to a game that featured two of the worst teams in the Big East. Both teams entered the game at 9–10. This matchup shows both the strength of the fan base and of the rivalry. 
– Andrew Vines ’29
Sports Staff

by Emilia Farrall ‘28 on January 22, 2026

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Sports - Olympics

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Opening ceremonies for the 2026 Winter Olympics will begin on Feb. 6 in Milan and Cortina, Italy. People around the world will be tuning in to watch their team compete on a global stage. Unlike the Summer Games, the Winter Olympics feature some events that I find to be rather niche. Events such as figure skating, snowboarding, and ice hockey are definitely well known events, but have you ever heard of ski mountaineering or nordic combined?

 Ski mountaineering, or “skimo” for short, will make its Olympic debut during the 2026 games. The race begins with athletes ascending the mountain on skis. Towards the top of the mountain, the skis are removed and carried on athletes’ backs for the “portage” section of the race. Then it’s all downhill, reattaching their skis for the end of the race. The most competitive races last between 2.5 to three minutes, making it an exciting event for viewers at home. Participants for Team USA include Cameron Smith from Colorado and Anna Gibson from Wyoming.

Nordic combined has been an event at the Winter Games since 1924. It features three events: individual normal hill, individual large hill, and the team sprint large hill. Athletes jump from the hill and receive points based on style and then race to the finish. Essentially it combines who can jump the farthest with who can race the fastest. Nordic combined is only a men’s event, as the International Olympic Committee refused to add a women’s competition to this year’s program. Nordic combined is the only sport reserved only for men in this year’s Olympic Games.

My personal favorite winter sport to watch is skeleton, which made its debut in 1928. It is an individual sport where athletes start with a 30 second sprint before diving headfirst onto their sled down the icy track. Athletes control the sled through slight shifts in their body. Athletes will complete four “runs” usually over the course of a few days, and the athlete with the fastest combined time for the four races is the winner. The United States and Great Britain should lead the way this winter, with three Olympic gold medals apiece in skeleton. Notable members from Team USA include Kelly Curtis who won the silver medal in the 2026 World Cup in St. Moritz with a time of 2:22.12. 

The 2026 Winter Games will be the first to be cohosted by two respective cities, Milan and Cortina. The two cities are 255 miles from each other and are roughly five hours apart by car. All events that take place on ice (except curling) will take place in Milan while the remaining will be held in  Cortina. The opening ceremonies will also be held in Milan. It will be the third Winter Olympics and fourth overall Olympics to be hosted in Italy.

by Emilia Farrall ‘28 on November 20, 2025

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Sports

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Women’s Basketball

The women’s basketball team is off to a 2–1 start this season. On Monday night, Nov. 10, the team defeated Central Connecticut State University with an impressive score of 65–40. Teneisia Brown ’26G had her first double-double as a Friar with 12 points, 14 rebounds, and three steals. On Saturday afternoon, the team earned their second win of the season against Boston College, 70–61. Payton Dunbar ’28 scored in double figures with a career-high 22 points. Looking ahead, the team will face Northeastern University on Nov. 18 and Yale University on Nov. 21, both at home in Alumni Hall.

Men’s Ice Hockey

Last weekend, the men’s ice hockey team went 1–1 against Merrimack College. On Friday, Nov. 14, the team won 4–2 at pinkout night at Schneider Arena. Roger McQueen ’29 scored his first two NCAA goals. Tanner Adams ’27 and Logan Sawyer ’28 also registered one apiece. The team traveled to Merrimack on Nov. 15, but ultimately fell 3–2. After the weekend, the team is 5–4–2 on the season and 3–2–1 in Hockey East play. Next up, the Friars will face the University of Massachusetts twice, home on Thursday, Nov. 20 and away on Saturday, Nov. 22. 

Women’s Cross Country

On Friday, Nov. 14, the women’s cross country team competed in the NCAA Northeast regional race in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. The team had three runners in the top 10 on the 6k course; Anna Gardiner ’28 placed No. 6, Cara Laverty ’26 placed No. 7, and Gabrielle ’28 Schmidt placed No. 9 for the Friars. In addition to the three in the top 10, Niamh O’Mahony ’26 and Kate Currie ’29 earned NCAA-All Northeast Region honors for their finishes. This resulted in the team placing No. 2 out of 37 teams and earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Championships on Nov. 22. This will be their fifth consecutive appearance at the championships and their 33rd overall appearance.

Men’s Soccer

The men’s soccer team finished their season with a 2–0 loss to first-seeded Georgetown University in the Big East Semifinal game. Ryan Carney ’29 had five saves in net for the Friars, two in the first half and three in the second half, making this his second-highest save total of the season. The team did not give up; they had six shots on goal in the second half compared to their four in the first half. The Friars finished their season 6–7–3 overall and with an impressive 4–2–2 in Big East play.

by Pippa Jones ‘28 on October 30, 2025

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Sports

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Men’s Ice Hockey

Last weekend, the men’s ice hockey team played the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. Playing back-to-back games on Friday, Oct. 24 and Saturday, Oct. 25, the Friars suffered a loss in overtime on Friday, then came back with a 7–4 win on Saturday. Goalie Philip Svedebäck ’26 had 24 saves on Friday and six saves on Saturday, marking his 100th career game. Goalie Jack Parsons ’29 had his first career win with 15 saves on Saturday and one goal conceded. Saturday’s game marked a huge turning point for the Friars, as they were down 4–1 until Kale McCallum ’G26 scored in the second period to turn the tide. Hudson Malinoski ’27 tied the game with his first goal of the season. In the 3rd period, John Mustard ’28 and Graham Gamache’s ’27 goals secured the win. Friday, Oct. 31, at 7 p.m., the Friars return to Schneider Arena to take on UMass Lowell.

Women’s Field Hockey

On Oct. 26, the women’s field hockey team had its second-to-last game of the season against the No. 9 ranked Brown University. Before the match, the team honored their two seniors, Caroline Krebs ’26 and Zoe Onken ’26. Providence fell short, losing 5–1, and they evened out their season record of 8–8. Against Brown, forward Lily Procaccianti ’27 scored the Friars’ lone goal, making it her 8th goal this season. Goalkeeper Zoe Onken ’26 had nine saves against Brown’s offensive attempts. Next Friday, Oct. 31, the team returns to Lennon Field to play its season finale game against Temple University. 

Women’s Soccer

Women’s soccer defeated the Villanova Wildcats this past Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Higgins Soccer Complex in Villanova, PA. Lily Gibbs ’29 scored two goals against the Wildcats to secure their win. The second goal was assisted by Amaya Coffie ’29. Goalkeeper Ellie Thallman ’G26 had a career high of seven saves for the Friars with only one goal conceded. Providence recorded 15 shots on goal, while Villanova had 11. This season, the team has an overall record of 6–6–3. Next Saturday, Nov. 1, the team faces DePaul University away in Chicago to close out their season. 

Men’s Basketball

This Saturday, the men’s basketball team kicked off their season by playing an exhibition game against Harvard University. With a stacked roster, Providence came out on top with an 85–77 win. Jason Edwards ’G26 led the game with 16 points. Behind him were Jaylin Sellers ’G26 and Jamir Jones ’29 with 14 points. After Harvard missed their last free throws, Providence was able to finish off strong and take the win. This concludes our men’s basketball team’s exhibition portion of the season. Their first game is Nov. 3 at the AMP against the College of the Holy Cross. With Edwards and Oswin Erhunmwunse ’28 being named to the preseason All Big-East team, Friar fans are in for a treat with this team.