Virginia Tech Hokies' Grit Falls Short in Overtime Against Boston College Eagles at Silvio O. Conte Forum

In a closely contested game that went into overtime, the Virginia Tech Hokies faced off against the Boston College Eagles at Silvio O. Conte Forum, ultimately falling short with a final score of 89-92. This intense conference game saw both teams pushing their limits, but despite a valiant effort, the Hokies couldn't clinch the victory. The loss moves Virginia Tech's season record to an even split, while Boston College edges ahead slightly in their overall performance.

Hokies' Standout Performances

The Virginia Tech Hokies showcased some remarkable individual performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats throughout the game. Carys Baker led the team with an impressive 24 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, demonstrating her prowess on both ends of the court. Carleigh Wenzel also made significant contributions with 19 points and led the team in assists with six, highlighting her all-around gameplay.

Matilda Ekh was another notable player for Virginia Tech; she scored 15 points and dominated defensively with three blocks. Despite these standout performances and maintaining a strong team dynamic evident through their 22 assists and seven steals as a unit, it wasn't enough to secure a win against a determined Boston College side.

Eagles' Counterattack

Boston College Eagles capitalized on fast break opportunities scoring 20 points and demonstrated resilience by turning over possession less frequently than their opponents. Their efficiency from free throws was pivotal in tight situations, making 81 percent compared to Virginia Tech's 79 percent from the line.

The Eagles were more effective under pressure which is reflected in their slightly better true shooting percentage (53 percent) compared to that of Virginia Tech (54 percent). They also outrebounded Virginia Tech significantly with a total of 48 rebounds against Hokies’ 38.

Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game for Virginia Tech Hokies as they face Clemson Tigers at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson on March 2nd at 2:00 PM EDT. The matchup promises another exciting display as fans can tune into watch this upcoming encounter unfold.

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