Lafayette Women’s Basketball Faces Tough Challenge at No. 13 West Virginia

Lafayette Women’s Basketball Faces Tough Challenge at No. 13 West Virginia

Lafayette women’s basketball faces a challenging road game against No. 13 West Virginia, who boast a perfect 5-0 record this season. The Leopards are led by junior guard Kay Donahue, who averages 13.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, and recently scored a career-high 18 points against No. 6 Notre Dame. West Virginia’s offense is fueled by standout players Jordan Harrison and JJ Quinerly, with the team showing strong defensive capabilities as well.

By the Numbers

  • West Virginia averages 16.0 steals per game, ranking ninth in the nation.
  • Lafayette ranked third in the Patriot League last season for three-point percentage at 40.9%.

Status of Play

  • The Leopards recently lost to No. 6 Notre Dame, with a final score of 91-55.
  • West Virginia recently defeated Bowling Green 78-47, showing dominant offensive and defensive play.

What’s Next

Following the matchup with West Virginia, Lafayette will travel to Newark, NJ for a game against NJIT on Tuesday at 7 pm

Bottom Line

This game serves as a crucial test for Lafayette as they attempt to build momentum against nationally-ranked opponents, aiming to solidify their competitive edge in the upcoming games.