In a decisive match that marked the end of their playoff journey, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets faced off against the Richmond Spiders in a game that concluded with a score of 49-74. This loss eliminated both teams from continuing their quest for the Champions Cup, closing out their post-season schedules.

Mar 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Tonie Morgan (5) is trapped by Richmond Spiders forward Maggie Doogan (44) and guard Katie Hill (25) during the first quarter of an NCAA Tournament first-round game at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Key Moments and Performances

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets struggled to find their rhythm throughout the game, as evidenced by their quarter scores of 7, 16, 11, and 15 points respectively. Despite their efforts, they were unable to overcome the solid performance displayed by the Richmond Spiders who consistently outscored them in every quarter. The Yellow Jackets' shooting percentages tell a story of missed opportunities; with an overall field goal percentage of just 32 percent and an even lower three-point shooting percentage at 17 percent.

Tonie Morgan emerged as a standout player for Georgia Tech with her contribution of 12 points, five assists, and seven rebounds. Her efficiency on court was notable amidst the team's overall struggle to convert plays into points. Kayla Blackshear also made significant contributions with six points and led the team in rebounds with nine.

Mar 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Tonie Morgan (5) shoots the basketball over Richmond Spiders guard Alyssa Jimenez (23) during the first quarter during an NCAA Tournament first-round game at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

On defense, Georgia Tech managed six steals but this was overshadowed by Richmond's ability to maintain control over turnovers and capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Spiders showcased superior efficiency across both offense and defense which ultimately led them to victory.

Richmond's Dominance

The Richmond Spiders demonstrated why they were formidable opponents right from the start. Their consistent scoring across all quarters coupled with higher shooting percentages highlighted their dominance on court. With an impressive field goal percentage of 50 percent and converting nine out of twenty-three three-point attempts gave them a substantial edge over Georgia Tech.

Mar 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Richmond Spiders guard Katie Hill (25) drives to the basket between Richmond Spiders forward Maggie Doogan (44) and Richmond Spiders guard Rachel Ullstrom (22) during the first quarter of an NCAA Tournament first-round game at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Richmond’s balanced attack was supported by effective ball distribution which resulted in nineteen assists compared to fourteen by Georgia Tech. This teamwork extended into rebounding where they outperformed Georgia Tech with thirty-seven total rebounds against thirty-three from the Yellow Jackets.

Looking Forward

As both teams conclude their season without advancing further towards winning the Champions Cup, reflections on performances will be crucial for future improvements. For Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets fans, while this game marks an end to this season’s playoff run it also sets up anticipation for what adjustments will be made during off-season preparations for next year’s campaign.

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