Hampton University’s men’s basketball team could get a jolt of confidence from Sunday’s preseason exhibition against Old Dominion at Chartway Arena, while the Monarchs will be looking to learn.

The Pirates led almost throughout, and by as many as 13 points, before holding on for an 82-79 victory. HU shot an impressive 58% (29 of 50) as ODU hit 46% (28 of 61).

“Our goal was to give a lot of players time on the court,” coach Ivan Thomas said on hamptonpirates.com. “We used multiple offenses and had different lineups, which was one of our goals. It was an exhibition game, but you want to win every time you set foot on the court.”

Alcorn State transfer Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt made an immediate impact for the Pirates with 18 points and five assists in 29 minutes. Returnee Xzavier Long was 4 for

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