A group of HBCUs picked to win the conference showed a big eastern school why they are such a heavy favorite.
Howard University entered the Providence College Alumni Hall and defeated the Frisians 68-56 in the season opener for both teams.
Forward Zennia Thomas He led the charge with a team-high 15 points, seven rebounds and three blocked shots. RedShirt Sophomore Guard April Edwards came off the bench to add 11 points while Freshman Guard Ariella Hennigan contributed nine points and three assists. Missouri State transfer Zoe Stewart chipped in with eight points.
Howard responded with an 8-2 run in the first quarter, but took a 14-13 lead by the end of the period. The Chiefs took their last lead of the game (22-21) on a Payton Dunbar jumper in the second quarter, but a JADA Kendrick basket led for good.
Bison, was picked by conference watchers to win the MeacPut the game away with a 10-0 run in three minutes between the third and fourth quarters.
Howard hosts his Gymnasium debut at Florida A&M on Saturday afternoon.
