SCRANTON, P.A.- Cyclones women's basketball traveled to Marywood University on Wednesday afternoon to open Atlantic East Conference play, falling to the Pacers, 74-62. With the loss, Centenary falls to 8-4 (0-1) on the season while Marywood improves to 10-2 (1-0). 

The Law Firm of Opdyke and Elsbree
Junior Brie Opdyke and Sophomore Kaylie Elsbree led the offense for Centenary. Opdyke had 14 points and two assists, going 5-for-6 from the line, and Elsbree finished with 13 points, nine of which came from beyond the arc.

Swiper no Swiping
The defense for centenary produced 19 turnovers and nine steals on the day. Four different Cyclones finished with two steals including the afformentioned Elsbree and Opdyke along with freshman Kayla Sampong and senior Carmen Escano. 

Second Quarter Difference
The second quarter of the game ended up being the difference in the contest as Marywood outscored Centenary 22-7. Outside of the second frame, the Cyclones outscored their opponent 55-52. 

Next Up
The Lady Clones return home to Reeves Gymnasium on Saturday, January 7 when they host Immaculata University at 1pm.