RUTGERS 76 – HAMPTON 68
Led by 19 points off the bench from Erica Lafayette, and a double-double by Chyna Cornwell,the Scarlet Knights defeated Hampton 76-68 at Jersey Mike’s Arena on Saturday to snap a three-game losing skid. Rutgers improved to 5-7 overall on the season. They are 5-5 in non-conference action.
Cornwell had a huge night for Rutgers, contributing 18 points and 14 boards, her fourth double-double of the season, and second straight in consecutive games.
Awa Sidibe also contributed 12 points and nine rebounds for Rutgers. Of Lafayette’s 19-points, she was a perfect 8-for-8 at the free throw line.
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