Rams Surge Past Wilmington for Dominant Conference Win
PHILADELPHIA – The Thomas Jefferson University women's basketball team (17-6, 11-2 CACC) earned another well fought victory with a commanding 70-48 win over Wilmington University (0-22, 0-11 CACC) in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) action on Wednesday night at the Gallagher Athletic, Recreation and Convocation Center.
WHAT HAPPENED
- The Rams wasted no time setting the tone, exploding for a 26-5 lead at the end of the first quarter. Jefferson's defensive intensity stifled Wilmington early, holding them to just two field goals in the opening period.
- The Wildcats found some rhythm in the second quarter, but Jefferson maintained control, taking a 39-18 lead into halftime.
- The Rams kept their foot on the gas in the third quarter, outscoring Wilmington 20-14 to extend their lead to 27 points.
- Despite a more competitive fourth quarter, Jefferson never relinquished their dominant advantage, securing another key CACC victory.
TEAM STATS
FG: 27-of-58 (46.6%)
3PT: 7-of-20 (35.0%)
FT: 9-of-12 (75.0%)
INSIDE THE BOXSCORE
Cassie Murphy: 16 points on 7-of-12 shooting, 9 rebounds, 4 assists
Emma Kuczynski: 14 points on 5-of-11 shooting, 3 rebounds, 3 assists
Tori Nigro: 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting, 4 rebounds, 2 assists
Carolyn Sipprell: 8 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals
RAMS STAY HOT
With this win, Jefferson continues to climb the CACC standings. The Rams will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup as they push toward postseason play as they go against cross-town rival Chestnut Hill College on Saturday, February 15 at 1 p.m.
