Virginia Cavaliers' Fourth Quarter Surge Falls Short Against North Carolina State Wolfpack

The Virginia Cavaliers faced off against the North Carolina State Wolfpack in a closely contested game at John Paul Jones Arena. The match ended with a score of 78-76, favoring the visiting team, the Pack. This result brought the Cavaliers to a record of 0-1 for this season, while the Wolfpack improved to 1-0.

First Quarter

The game began with both teams struggling to find their rhythm offensively. The Cavaliers managed only 6 points in the first quarter, while the Pack took an early lead with 16 points. Virginia's defense was tested early on as they tried to contain North Carolina State's fast break opportunities.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, Virginia attempted to close the gap but could only add another 12 points to their tally. Meanwhile, NC State continued their steady scoring pace by adding another 18 points. Despite Caitlin Weimar's efforts on defense with her blocking ability and rebounding prowess, Virginia found themselves trailing at halftime.

Third Quarter

The third quarter saw an improvement from Virginia as they scored 19 points compared to NC State’s 14. Kymora Johnson emerged as a key player for UVA during this period by contributing significantly on offense and assisting her teammates effectively.

Fourth Quarter

Virginia mounted an impressive comeback attempt in the fourth quarter by scoring an astounding 29 points – their highest-scoring period of the game – led by standout performances from players like Romi Levy and Tabitha Amanze who capitalized on three-point opportunities efficiently.

Overtime

Despite tying up scores towards regulation time end leading into overtime play; however ultimately it was not enough against resilient opposition effort put forth throughout entirety match-up resulting final outcome being decided within extra minutes where NCST outscored them narrowly securing victory margin two-point difference overall conclusion reached after intense battle between these collegiate rivals unfolded before enthusiastic crowd gathered witness spectacle unfold live venue setting itself apart memorable occasion indeed!

As fans look forward next challenge awaiting beloved team upcoming encounter scheduled take place January twenty-ninth Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum Winston-Salem facing Wake Forest Demon Deacons broadcasted via ACC Network Extra six PM Eastern Daylight Time mark calendars tune support Cavalier spirit once again! Share article fellow enthusiasts keep conversation alive vibrant community passionate followers everywhere!