Road Trip Brings Victory for Lady Lions 108-56

Buffalo, NY - In a commanding performance, Penn State Beaver triumphed over Villa Maria College with a final score of 108-56. The game, held in Buffalo, NY, saw Penn State Beaver dominate from the start, scoring 55 points in the first half and maintaining their momentum with an additional 53 points in the second half. Villa Maria College struggled to keep pace, managing only 27 points in the first half and 29 in the second. The disparity in field goal percentages was evident, with Penn State Beaver shooting an impressive 56.0% compared to Villa Maria's 31.3%. Additionally, Penn State Beaver's rebounding prowess was on full display, as they out-rebounded Villa Maria 49 to 21, further solidifying their control over the game.

Key players for Beaver included Bailey Rieg, who led the team with 25 points, shooting 8-16 from the field and 6-12 from beyond the arc. Jaden Tesch also made significant contributions, securing a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Caitlyn O'Hara was nearly perfect from the field, scoring 16 points on 8-9 shooting. The team's balanced attack was evident as multiple players contributed to the scoring, with Cashimere Ralph adding 10 points off the bench. The team's ability to share the ball was highlighted by their 12 assists, with Tesch and Woodruff each contributing two assists.

Looking ahead, Penn State Beaver will aim to build on this victory as they prepare for their next matchup. The team's strong performance against Villa Maria College sets a positive tone for the upcoming games, with their offensive efficiency and defensive tenacity serving as key factors in their success. As they continue their season, maintaining their high shooting percentages and rebounding dominance will be crucial. Meanwhile, Villa Maria College will need to regroup and address their shooting struggles and turnover issues to improve in future contests.

The team is 3-1 on the season so far with no conference record yet. They will take the court on Friday, November 14th at 6pm when they take on Pitt-Greensburg in another non-conference game. For all things Penn State Beaver Women's Basketball check out beaverathletics.com or watch all home games live on the Rise and Roar Network!