Firebirds Fall to Wildcats in Conference Match Up

Washington, D.C. -The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team suffered a 79-64 defeat to Daemen University on Sunday afternoon at the E.B Henderson Sports Complex. The Firebirds fall to 1-1 in conference play while the Wildcats improve to 2-0.

Daemen opened the game with a commanding 25-13 lead after the first quarter, utilizing strong three-point shooting to gain an early advantage. While UDC fought back with a strong third quarter, outscoring Daemen 21-12, the Wildcats pulled away in the fourth to secure the win.

Tori Williams led the Firebirds with a season and game-high 20 points. Kensley Benjamin added 17 points off the bench for the Firebirds, including 5-of-9 free throws, while Nia Ford contributed 12 points. Daemen's Claire Pikett led the Wildcats with 20 points and 9 rebounds, while Danielle DiCintio chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds.

Key Performances

• Tori Williams: 20 points, 4 rebounds, 8-11 free throws
• Kensley Benjamin: 17 points, 3 rebounds
• Nia Ford: 12 points, 2 rebounds

Team Statistics

• Field Goals: UDC 20-56 (35.7%), Daemen 29-62 (46.8%)
• Three-Point Shooting: UDC 5-19 (26.3%), Daemen 15-30 (50.0%)
• Free Throws: UDC 19-26 (73.1%), Daemen 6-8 (75.0%)
• Rebounds: UDC 27, Daemen 45
• Turnovers: UDC 11, Daemen 17 

UDC (2-7, 1-1 ECC) is back in action next Saturday at home. The Firebirds welcome the College of Staten Island to the E.B Henderson Sports Complex with a 1:00pm tip-off.