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Did Virginia Cavaliers' Defense Overwhelm Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks at John Paul Jones Arena?

The Virginia Cavaliers improved their record to 1-0 with a commanding 92-59 victory over the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks, who fell to 0-1. The game took place at the John Paul Jones Arena, where the home team showcased a dominant performance.


Jan 22, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Yonta Vaughn (5) passes in the first half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at the Purcell Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The Cavaliers set the tone early in the first quarter, outscoring the Hawks 26-17. Their aggressive defense was evident as they recorded an impressive number of blocks and steals. Caitlin Weimar's presence in the paint contributed significantly to this defensive effort.


Second Quarter


In the second quarter, both teams struggled offensively, but Virginia maintained their lead with a score of 19 points compared to Maryland-Eastern Shore's 13. The short name's ability to capitalize on turnovers was crucial during this period.


Third Quarter


Virginia extended their lead further in the third quarter by scoring another 26 points while holding Maryland-Eastern Shore to just 15. Romi Levy emerged as a key player for UVA, contributing both offensively and defensively with her shooting accuracy and defensive prowess.


Fourth Quarter


The final quarter saw Virginia sealing their victory by adding another 21 points against UMES's 14. Kymora Johnson played an instrumental role in maintaining UVA’s momentum with her playmaking skills and defensive contributions.


Overall, what went wrong for Virginia Cavaliers was minimal as they executed an effective game plan that left little room for error against UMES. The post game analysis highlights how UVA’s defense overwhelmed their opponents throughout all four quarters.


Fans can look forward to more action when Virginia faces Vanderbilt Commodores on December 3rd at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville at 5:00 PM EST. Catch all live coverage on SEC Network TV!


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