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Photos from the Hoyas’ Double-OT Win Against Providence

Thompson’s Towel was there to capture the scene at the Capital One Arena as the Hoyas put together an impressive performance to defeat the Providence Friars for the first time in nearly 5 years.

January 13, 2019

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Jessie Govan runs out during introductions. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Greg Malinowski talks with James Akinjo as Kaleb Johnson looks on in the background. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Greg Malinowski handles the ball in the first half against Providence. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Jessie Govan takes a shot. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Jagan Mosely sets up the offense as he passes. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Josh LeBlanc hangs off the rim after making a big dunk. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

James Akinjo leaps as he attempts a layup. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

James Akinjo is locked in on defense. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

The student section makes some noise while Drew Edwards takes some free throws for Providence. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Jessie Govan keeps the ball away from the Providence defender. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Jessie Govan and Jamorko Pickett dive for a loose ball. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Mac McClung returned to action against the Friars after having missed the previous four games. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

James Akinjo makes a drive in overtime. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Jessie Govan and James Akinjo celebrate after Akinjo hits a three-pointer to send the game to a second overtime. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Patrick Ewing leans over the side in frustration during the second overtime. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Mac McClung drives to the rim in double-overtime. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Josh LeBlanc claps as the team solidifies their lead. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Patrick Ewing takes off his tie as the team starts to break ahead after a tense game. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Jessie Govan fistpumps as the game draws to a close. Photograph by Will Cromarty.

Josh LeBlanc leans in to talk to James Akinjo after the game ends. Photograph by Will Cromarty.