Jan 29, 2025
MONTCLAIR, N.J. – The William Paterson women's basketball team (13-6, 9-3 NJAC) fell, 68-54, to Montclair State (16-3, 10-2 NJAC) in a New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) road game Jan. 29.
HOW IT HAPPENED:
- A pair of free throws by senior Brianna Smith gave the Pioneers a five-point edge (18-13) with 8:08 on the clock in the second quarter. However, the Red Hawks went on a 14-4 run to close out the half and head into the break leading by five (27-22).
- Montclair State extended its lead to 17 (50-33) after outscoring the Pioneers, 23-11, during the first eight minutes of the third quarter.
- With 7:44 remaining in the game, a layup by junior Patty Walsh sparked a 10-3 run to pull the Pioneers to within nine (59-50). However, the Red Hawks pushed the advantage back to double figures and secured the 68-54 win.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS:
- Smith finished with a team-high 13 points while adding a career-best five steals.
- Senior Jade Martinez logged 11 points and three assists.
- Junior Renee Wells had a 10-point performance with six boards.
UP NEXT:
- William Paterson will welcome Rowan to the Sports and Recreation Center Saturday, Feb. 1, for a 1:00 p.m. conference game.
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