Elsah, ILL. – The Women's Basketball team hosted Spalding University, a SLIAC opponent from Louisville, Kentucky. Spalding came out right away pressing the Panthers causing some early turnovers and led 19-4 after the first quarter. The second quarter was much better as Principia scored 14 against Spalding's 21 points. But in the third quarter Principia only scored 2 points. As shots did not drop for the Panthers, the team only shot 24% for the game while Spalding shot 39% from the field.
Good to Know:
Sabrina Netherwood was recognized by her teammates again for her strong boxing out throughout the game, along with
Nikki Matters as they both had 9 rebounds.
Nikki Matters led in scoring with 15.
Sophia Hathaway had 7 points for the game. The team honored
Liz McAloney as she is a senior graduating in December. She was 2 for 3 from the line and had 5 rebounds.
They said it:
"This was a bit disappointing as we had played well against Greenville, but let the tenacious defense by Spalding dictate our play. Our turnovers were a main factor and we didn't shoot as well as we can. The team will bounce back and play better on Thursday when we travel to Fontbonne University."
~Coach
Dory Smith
Up next:
The Panthers have an away game at Fontbonne University on Thursday, December 6th at 6:00 pm.
