Sunday afternoon was the start.

This two-week period in the state brings us six college basketball rivalry matchups across the men’s and women’s spectrum, and Providence got on the board first.

The Friars women rallied from an early deficit to hand Bryant a first defeat of the season. Providence turned what was an 11-point hole into a 62-53 triumph at Alumni Hall, leaning on standout performances from a handful of newcomers.

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