Holy Cross is a basketball team that represents the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts. The team competes in the Patriot League and has a rich history of success in college basketball. The team's colors are purple and white, and their mascot is the Crusader. The Holy Cross basketball program has produced several notable players, including Bob Cousy, who went on to have a Hall of Fame career in the NBA. The team plays their home games at the Hart Center, which has a seating capacity of 3,600. Holy Cross has won several conference championships and has made multiple appearances in the NCAA Tournament. The team is known for their strong defense and disciplined play, and they are a perennial contender in the Patriot League.