Just a few hours after her father was sworn in as the newest member of the U.S. Senate, Ayla Brown helped Boston College knock off sixth-ranked Duke, 61–57, last night at Conte Forum.

“He sent me a text message before the game saying, ‘I wanted to be at the game, but I’m so proud of you. Win it for me,’’’ said Ayla Brown, a backup forward on the Eagles. “And that’s what we did.’’