Saint Joseph’s Holds Off George Washington For Narrow Atlantic 10 Victory 

Saint Joseph’s Holds Off George Washington For Narrow Atlantic 10 Victory
Saint Joseph’s University secured a 76-73 victory over George Washington University at Hagan Arena on Wednesday night, improving their standing in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Jaiden Glover-Toscano led the Hawks with a highly efficient 23 points, shooting 8-for-9 from the field and connecting on 5-of-6 attempts from three-point range. Derek Simpson added 17 points and five assists to help stabilize the offense during critical moments.
Despite the win, the performance revealed significant inconsistencies for Saint Joseph’s. The Hawks squandered a 14-point first-half advantage, allowing the Revolutionaries to cut the deficit to five by halftime. Defensive lapses continued into the second half, where George Washington opened with a 12-4 run to seize a 48-43 lead. The inability to protect a double-digit cushion and the surrendering of momentum early in the second period suggests potential vulnerabilities as the team progresses toward the postseason.
The Hawks responded to the deficit with a decisive 21-7 run, sparked by an Anthony Finkley three-pointer, which ultimately decided the contest. Justice Ajogbor contributed defensively with three blocked shots, marking his fifth consecutive game with at least three blocks. The victory moves Saint Joseph’s to a 15-8 overall record and 7-3 in conference play, while George Washington falls to 13-10. This result also extends Saint Joseph’s winning streak over the Revolutionaries to four games.
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