Dillard Dominates Virgin Islands in a Commanding 80-45 Victory

NEW ORLEANS– In a one-sided matchup at Dent Hall on February 2, 2025, Dillard secured a decisive win over the struggling Virgin Islands team with a final score of 80-45. This victory highlights Dillard's impressive season record of 17-6 overall and 14-2 in conference play, while the Virgin Islands continue their challenging season without a win, standing at 0-17.

Dillard established a strong lead from the outset, outscoring the Virgin Islands 28-12 in the first quarter. Cassidy Lowe was a standout performer for Dillard, contributing significantly with 23 points, including an efficient 10-15 shooting performance and grabbing a game-high 17 rebounds. Skyler Christmas also played a pivotal role, adding 19 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, showcasing her versatility on the court.

The Virgin Islands struggled to find their rhythm, shooting only 19.2% from the field. Kashay Bass led her team with 14 points, making a notable impact from the free-throw line with 8 of 11 successful attempts. Ashukamay'ah Phillips also contributed 13 points but faced challenges with 7 turnovers.

Dillard's defensive strategy was effective, forcing the Virgin Islands into committing 19 turnovers while limiting their scoring opportunities. Virgin Islands' Maliah LaCour showed determination, pulling down 11 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to alter the course of the game.

Dillard's teamwork and depth were evident as they recorded 20 assists compared to Virgin Islands' 5, and their bench players added valuable contributions, particularly from Asia Dawson who tallied 14 points.

This victory reinforces Dillard's position as a formidable force in their conference, while the Virgin Islands continue to seek their first win of the season. The game proceeded smoothly without any technical fouls, reflecting the discipline of both teams despite the lopsided scoreline.

-Bleu Devils-