Rhode Island Rams Defeat Brown Bears in Governor’s Cup
Ty Groff's 43-yard field goal secured a 13-10 victory for the University of Rhode Island (URI) over Brown University in the Governor's Cup, played in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
Providence New Bedford, RI, October 3, 2026 — The University of Rhode Island (URI) secured a narrow 13-10 victory over Brown University in the annual Governor’s Cup football game. The decisive score came from a 43-yard field goal by URI’s Ty Groff, which ultimately sealed the win for the Rams.
The closely contested matchup took place in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Both teams vied for the Governor’s Cup, a symbol of regional collegiate football supremacy. The game remained tight throughout, with the final outcome hinging on a single scoring play in the latter stages of the contest.
Ty Groff’s successful field goal, measuring 43 yards, provided the margin of victory for the University of Rhode Island. This performance marks a significant moment for the Rams in their rivalry with Brown University.
Further details regarding game statistics, individual player performances beyond the game-winning kick, or the historical context of the Governor’s Cup were not provided in the summary.
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