Fourth Quarter Offensive Blues Ends in Firebirds Defeat to Griffins

Washington, D.C. -The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team faced a tough 83-65 defeat at home against Chestnut Hill College on Tuesday evening. Despite a strong first-quarter lead, the Firebirds were unable to sustain momentum as Chestnut Hill took control in the second half.

UDC started the game strong, leading 18-16 at the end of the first quarter. However, Chestnut Hill responded with a dominant second quarter, outscoring UDC 22-17 to take a halftime lead. The Firebirds struggled to keep pace in the fourth quarter, where Chestnut Hill outscored them 29-13 to seal the win.

Kensley Benjamin led UDC with 16 points and 8 rebounds, while Tori Williams also scored 16 points, including 10 from the free-throw line. Laci Johnson added 12 points, hitting two three-pointers.

Chestnut Hill's Bridie McCann led the Griffins scoring 25 points, including 7 three-pointers, and grabbing 8 rebounds.

Key Performances

• Kensley Benjamin: 16 points, 8 rebounds
• Tori Williams: 16 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists
• Laci Johnson: 12 points, 2 assists
• Jada Bouknight: 6 points, 8 rebounds, 6 blocks

Team Statistics

• Field Goals: UDC 21-74 (28.4%), Chestnut Hill 31-75 (41.3%)
• Three-Point Shooting: UDC 3-26 (11.5%), Chestnut Hill 8-20 (40.0%)
• Free Throws: UDC 20-29 (69.0%), Chestnut Hill 13-18 (72.2%)
• Rebounds: UDC 46, Chestnut Hill 59
• Turnovers: UDC 12, Chestnut Hill 14

UDC (1-4) will be back in action after the Thanksgiving break, traveling to Virginia Union on Saturday. Tip-off time TBA.