Penn State Lady Lions Narrowly Outscored at Daskalakis Athletic Center by Drexel Dragons
In a closely contested matchup at the Daskalakis Athletic Center, the Penn State Lady Lions fell just short against the Drexel Dragons with a final score of 86-82. The Lady Lions now hold a record of 0-1, while the Dragons have kicked off their season with a 1-0 start.
The game was an intense back-and-forth affair that saw both teams fighting for every point. The Penn State Lady Lions started off trailing in the first quarter with only 11 points to the Dragons' 17. However, they picked up momentum in the second quarter, adding another 18 points to their tally but still found themselves behind as Drexel managed to put up an impressive 24 points.
As play resumed after halftime, it was clear that the Lady Lions were determined to claw their way back into contention. They outscored the Dragons by eight points in the third quarter with a strong performance that netted them 24 points. Heading into the fourth quarter, things were heating up as both teams were neck and neck; however, despite scoring another solid 23 points, they could not surpass Drexel's consistent effort which resulted in them scoring 19.
The game ultimately went into overtime after ending regulation time locked at equal scores. In this high-pressure situation, it was evident that every shot and defensive play would be critical. The Lady Lions fought valiantly and managed to score six additional points during overtime but were outdone by Drexel's ten-point effort which sealed their victory.
Key players for Penn State included several standout performers who contributed significantly across various aspects of the game including shooting accuracy and defensive plays. Their efforts kept fans on edge throughout each quarter as they demonstrated resilience and competitive spirit against a formidable opponent.
Looking ahead for Penn State fans eager to support their team: The next challenge will be on home turf at Bryce Jordan Center where they will face Cornell Big Red on December 21st at noon local time (5 PM GMT). While no broadcast networks have been announced yet for this upcoming game, dedicated followers can look forward to cheering on their team as they aim for success in front of a home crowd.