Women's Basketball Show Resilience in Tough Matchup Against Algonquin

Ottawa, ON -- In a closely contested matchup, the Georgian Grizzlies fell to the Algonquin Wolves with a final score of 42-47. The game, held at Algonquin, saw the Grizzlies struggle offensively, managing only 6 points in the first quarter and totaling 42 by the end. Despite their efforts, they trailed early, with Algonquin taking a 15-6 lead in the first quarter.

Key contributions for the Grizzlies included Daija Thompson (Whitby, ON), who led the team with 11 points and provided a spark off the bench. Additionally, Kory Hook (Barrie, ON) and Ami May (Raymond, AB) each contributed 6 and 8 points, respectively. The team finished with a shooting percentage of 33.3% from the field and secured 25 rebounds.

As the game progressed, Georgian's inability to find their rhythm continued to haunt them. The Grizzlies managed to tighten the gap in the fourth quarter but could not execute the critical plays needed to clinch the win. The loss underscores the need for improved offensive strategies as the team prepares for upcoming challenges in the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) season.