Langley, B.C. – The University of Victoria women's basketball team fell 72-56 to the Trinity Western Spartans on Oct. 31 at the Langley Events Centre. The Vikes battled throughout the evening but were unable to recover from a difficult third quarter as they dropped to 0-2 in Canada West play.
Makena Anderson and Avery Geddes led the offence for Victoria.
- Anderson finished with 17 points, nine rebounds, three assists, and three steals, while Geddes added a team-high 19 points and three steals.
- The pair combined for 36 of Victoria's 56 points and accounted for five of the Vikes' seven three-pointers.
The Vikes remained within striking distance through the opening half.
- Victoria trailed 20-16 after the first quarter and entered halftime down 36-25.
- The Vikes youth impact was in full effect as first-year Abby Holt contributed six points, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals, while second-year Molly Andulajevic added seven rebounds and four assists.
- The Vikes continued to pressure defensively throughout the contest, forcing 18 turnovers and recording 11 steals.
Trinity Western created separation in the third quarter.
- Victoria struggled to find offensive rhythm after the break, scoring 13 points in the third quarter as the Spartans extended their advantage.
- The Vikes responded by outscoring Trinity Western 18-12 in the fourth quarter behind strong play from Anderson and Geddes. Despite the late push, Victoria was unable to overcome the deficit.
Notables
- Makena Anderson narrowly missed a double-double with 17 points and nine rebounds.
The Vikes return home on Nov. 6 when they host the UNBC Timberwolves at CARSA Performance Gym. Tipoff is scheduled for 6 p.m.
