Dillard Triumphs Over Virgin Islands in Women's Basketball Match

NEW ORLEANS– In an exciting women's basketball matchup at Dent Hall on February 1, 2025, Dillard University (LA) secured an impressive victory over the Virgin Islands with a final score of 85-64. The victory improved Dillard's record to an admirable 15-6 overall and 12-2 in conference play, while the Virgin Islands continued to struggle, holding a winless record of 0-15.

The first quarter was closely contested, with the Virgin Islands initially taking a slight lead, ending the period at 19-17. Mya Lewis and Ashukamay'ah Phillips were instrumental in maintaining their team's competitive edge, contributing crucial points. However, Dillard quickly capitalized on their home-court advantage, outscoring their opponents 24-18 in the second quarter. The momentum shift was evident as Dillard's Cassidy Lowe showcased her offensive prowess, driving her team forward.

Dillard dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Virgin Islands 25-7. Key contributions from D'Mya Ferguson, who was perfect from the free-throw line, and Alexis Gie, who demonstrated her versatility with substantial points and assists, widened the gap further. The Virgin Islands found it challenging to keep pace, as turnovers and missed opportunities compounded their struggles.

Despite a resurgent 20-point effort from the Virgin Islands in the final quarter, Dillard maintained control and secured the win with an 85-64 finish. Among Dillard's standout performers, Cassidy Lowe led the team with 20 points and was a force on the boards with 9 rebounds. Alexis Gie also shone with 19 points and 9 assists, orchestrating plays with precision. Dillard's defensive strength was highlighted by their ability to convert Virgin Islands' turnovers into scoring opportunities.

For the Virgin Islands, Ashukamay'ah Phillips was a notable contributor, scoring 20 points with an impressive 5 three-pointers. Despite her valiant effort, the team struggled to match Dillard's efficiency, particularly from the free-throw line, where Dillard excelled with a 94.7% conversion rate compared to the Virgin Islands' 55.6%.

Overall, Dillard's superior shooting accuracy, especially in field goals and free throws, coupled with their strategic playmaking, clinched their victory. As Dillard continues its strong performance in the season, the Virgin Islands will need to regroup and strategize to break their losing streak in upcoming games.

-Bleu Devils-