BRONX, NY – The Fordham women’s basketball team faced a tough loss against the Duquesne Dukes, falling 80-67 at home. Despite shooting 50% from three-point range, the Rams struggled to keep their lead.
Lakresha Edwards shone with a career-high 24 points. Carryn Easley contributed 11 points and five assists, while Tia Morgan added nine points and three steals. Anastasija Veljovic stood out on the boards, grabbing six offensive rebounds. Overall, Fordham secured 13 offensive boards and turned them into only two second-chance points.
Defensively, the Rams forced 13 turnovers, scoring 15 points off these opportunities. Morgan’s three steals led the team, helping push forth their defense.
The game kicked off with both teams tied at 2-2. Fordham then surged ahead with an 8-0 run thanks to Kaila Berry. However, Duquesne quickly managed to tie it at 17 by the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, Fordham built a 10-point lead, but Duquesne clawed back to finish the half trailing narrowly, 34-33.
Fordham lost steam in the third quarter, ending it down 62-46. Duquesne increased its advantage, but the Rams fought back with a late 12-0 run in the fourth quarter, closing the gap to 80-67.
Insights and Stats
Data from recent surveys show that shooting accuracy has become more crucial in women’s basketball. Teams that excel from beyond the arc tend to see higher success rates. In Fordham’s case, their performance with 11 three-pointers is a noteworthy achievement, suggesting an upward trend in their offensive strategy.
Interestingly, social media reactions highlight fans’ excitement around Edwards’ performance, with many praising her growth this season. User-generated content has been trending on platforms like Twitter, where fans share clips of her best plays.
Key Takeaways
- Fordham scored 50% of their attempts from three-point range.
- The team demonstrated good ball movement, assisting on 70% of their baskets.
- The bench made a significant impact, adding 33 points.
- The Rams need to tighten their defense to minimize turnovers and maintain leads.
Next, Fordham will take a breather before heading to Rhode Island for their next match on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. on ESPN+.
