Women's Basketball Falls in Road Contest to Virginia Union

Richmond, VA - The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team faced a tough road contest against Virginia Union University, falling 90-64 on Saturday afternoon at Barco-Stevens Hall.

Virginia Union came out strong, building a commanding 31-14 lead in the first quarter. UDC managed to steady the ship in the second half, but Virginia Union's balanced scoring and control of the boards proved too much for the Firebirds to handle. Plagued by 28 turnovers, the Panthers captalized scoring 26 points off said turnovers.

Laci Johnson matched her career-high and led UDC with 23 points, shooting 4-of-9 from beyond the arc, while Tania Hill packed the stat sheet posting a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds, 5 steals and 2 blocks. However, Virginia Union's Nevaeh Reaves and Taniyah Greene spearheaded the Trojans' attack, combining for 41 points.

Key Performances 

• Laci Johnson: 23 points, 2 rebounds, 4-9 three-point shooting
• Tania Hill : 13 points, 10 rebounds, 5 steals and 2 blocks

Team Statistics

• Field Goals: UDC 24-68 (35.3%), Virginia Union 35-84 (41.7%)
• Three-Point Shooting: UDC 5-23 (21.7%), Virginia Union 10-29 (34.5%)
• Free Throws: UDC 11-15 (73.3%), Virginia Union 10-15 (66.7%)
• Rebounds: UDC 31, Virginia Union 46
• Turnovers: UDC 28, Virginia Union 23

UDC (1-5) will head to Bowie State University next Wednesday for a 5:00pm tip-off.