The Hampton Pirates suffered a hard-fought 75-67 loss to the UNCW Seahawks on January 24, 2026, ending their 11-game home win streak at the Hampton Convocation Center.

 

The game was close for nearly 30 minutes before UNCW pulled ahead with a crucial 17-6 run late in the second half.

 

Free throw opportunities proved decisive, with UNCW racking up 27 attempts to Hampton’s 8.

 

Daniel Johnson led the Pirates with 17 points, supported by standout performances from Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt and Josh Ogundele.

 

UNCW dominated inside, outscoring Hampton 32-24 in the paint.

 

This marks the Seahawks' second win over Hampton this month.

 

The Pirates, now 10-11 overall, will regroup as they prepare for their January 29 road game against Drexel.

 

The Hampton community’s support and ongoing engagement remain key to the Pirates’ season journey.

A powerful winter storm has caused widespread closures, delays, and schedule changes across Hampton Roads.

 

Schools in Hampton, Franklin, Isle of Wight, New Kent, and Williamsburg-James City County are closed Monday, with many sporting and extracurricular activities canceled.

 

Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Suffolk public schools are on two-hour delays, while Poquoson holds virtual learning. Virginia Beach schools give students both Monday and Tuesday off.

 

City offices and public facilities in many cities including Hampton, Chesapeake, Newport News, Suffolk, and Williamsburg will open at 10 a.m., with liberal leave options for employees.

 

Hampton Roads Transit is running limited snow routes, while several community centers and libraries act as warming centers.

 

Several universities—Old Dominion, Christopher Newport, and Tidewater Community College—are shifting to remote or delayed schedules.

 

Residents should check local news and city updates, as conditions and schedules are subject to change.