Tough Game Leads to First Loss for Beaver 71-70
In Day 2 of the Tip-Off Tournament, Lady Lions lose 71-70 in final seconds of game against Miami-Hamilton.
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
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12 | 24 | 19 | 15 | 70 |
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22 | 9 | 16 | 24 | 71 |
Team Stats
Miami-Hamilton
| Game Statistics | Penn State Beaver | Miami-Hamilton |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (26-69) | (25-67) |
| Field Goal % | 37.7% | 37.3% |
| Rebounds | 30 | 53 |
| Assists | 10 | 16 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 25 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 19 | 12 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 4 | 13 |
| Pts in the Paint | 40 | 32 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 15 | 15 |
In a thrilling matchup Penn State Beaver faced off against Miami-Hamilton. The game started with Miami-Hamilton taking an early lead, outscoring Penn State Beaver 22-12 in the first quarter. However, Penn State Beaver responded strongly in the second quarter, narrowing the gap by scoring 24 points compared to Miami-Hamilton's 9. This impressive comeback brought the halftime score to a close 31-31 tie, setting the stage for an intense second half.
Beaver's standout player was Katie Enderle, who delivered an impressive performance with 20 points, shooting 9-12 from the field and securing a double-double with 10 rebounds. Taylor Woodruff also contributed significantly, adding 15 points and 3 rebounds. Bailey Rieg was another key player, scoring 16 points, including five three-pointers. Despite these strong individual performances, Penn State Beaver struggled with turnovers, committing 15 throughout the game, which proved costly in the final moments.
The game concluded with a nail-biting fourth quarter, where Miami-Hamilton managed to edge out Penn State Beaver by a single point, winning 71-70. The loss was a tough pill to swallow for Penn State Beaver, who fought valiantly throughout the game. Looking ahead, Penn State Beaver will aim to bounce back in their next game, focusing on reducing turnovers and capitalizing on their scoring opportunities. Their next challenge will be crucial as they seek to improve their record and build momentum for the rest of the season.
The Lady Lions take the court again on Tuesday, November 11th at 6pm when they travel to Buffalo, New York to take on the Vikings of Villa Maria! For all things Penn State Beaver Women's Basketball check out beaverathletics.com or catch all home games live on the Rise and Roar Network!
