Arlington, VA: The Cyclones magical run ends, as they fall to the Saints of Marymount by a final score of 70-47 in the semifinals. In the preseason, the Cyclones were tabbed last in the Atlantic East Poll, and would go on to shock the conference as they concluded the season ranked fourth, earning them a home playoff game (first time making AEC Playoffs). Congratulations to Women's Basketball on a magnificent season. 

• 16-10 Overall Record (5-7 AEC)
• 12 Home Wins
• First Trip To Atlantic East Conference Playoffs

Inside the Box Score

The Cyclones offense would go on to shoot 32.7%, as they made sixteen of their shots from the floor. The Cyclones would also add two three point shots and thirteen assists. Defensively, the Cyclones recorded three steals, two blocks, and forced the Saints to commit twelve turnovers. As a team, the Cyclones came down with a total of thirty-two rebounds. 

Scoring Breakdown

• 2 Second Chance Points
• 18 Points in the Paint
• 5 Fast Break Points
• 10 Points Off Turnovers
• 8 Bench Points

Game Leaders

• Brie Opdyke: 21 PTS, 1 AST, 4 REB
• Jasmine Sampong: 8 PTS, 4 AST, 4 REB, 1 STL
• Vatijah Davis: 7 PTS, 1 AST, 6 REB, 1 STL
• Kayla Sampong: 5 PTS, 4 AST, 1 REB
• Kaylie Elsbree: 3 PTS, 2 AST, 6 REB, 1 BLK
• Sofia Mendez: 3 PTS, 1 AST, 5 REB, 1 STL

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