YSU Women eliminated from Horizon League Tournament
FAIRBORN, Ohio (WKBN) – Wright State eliminated Youngstown State 73-58 in the first round of the 2025 Horizon League Women's Basketball Tournament.
The Penguins end the season with a record of 12-19 overall.
Jewel Watkins and Haley Thierry led the Penguins with 14 points apiece. Sophia Gregory added 13 points in the setback.
Amaya Staton led the Raiders with 17 points, while Claire Henson tallied 12. Lauren Scott also reached double-figures with 10.
Wright State improves to 10-21 on the season. The Raiders advance to the Horizon League Quarterfinals on Thursday against an opponent to be determined.
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