St. Edward’s women’s basketball concluded their Canadian weekend with a 72-60 defeat to No. 11 Gannon. Despite a strong start, St. Edward’s struggled in the third quarter, which contributed to the loss. J.P. led the team with 17 points and five assists, showcasing both talent and areas needing improvement. The Hilltoppers demonstrated resilience in the fourth quarter but could not overcome Gannon’s lead.

By the Numbers

• St. Edward’s led 32-30 at halftime before being outscored in the third quarter.
• J.P. scored 17 points, while Gannon’s Claxton led with 22 points.

State of Play

• Gannon outperformed St. Edward’s with improved ball movement, assisting on seven of their nine third-quarter field goals.
• After struggling in the third, St. Edward’s attempted a comeback, reducing a 14-point deficit to six points late in the game.

What’s Next

St. Edward’s will return home to host the South Central Regional Crossover, facing Regis and Colorado School of Mines next weekend.

Bottom Line

The Hilltoppers need to capitalize on their strengths and improve their shooting performance, particularly in critical game phases, as they prepare for upcoming matchups.