Allegheny College women's basketball secured a 72-54 victory over Waynesburg University, propelled by a remarkable 30-point third quarter, extending their win streak to five games and maintaining a 12-9 overall record and 11-5 against PAC competition this season.

Why It Matters

The win keeps the Gators in third place in the Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC) standings, positioning them well to host a quarterfinal in the conference tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Emily Lauer scored 24 points, with 19 coming in the third quarter, leading the Gators to victory.
  • The Gators shot 47.2% in the second half, showcasing a significant improvement from their 24.4% shooting in the first half.
  • Sarah Santicola achieved a double-double with 12 points and 18 rebounds.
  • Waynesburg finished 19-of-66 (28.8%) from the field and 8-of-29 (27.6%) from 3-point range.
State of Play
  • Allegheny has won nine consecutive matchups against Waynesburg dating back to the 2011-12 season.
  • The win positions Allegheny at third in the PAC standings, with four games remaining in the regular season.
What's Next

Allegheny's next game is against second-place Chatham University on February 7 at 6:00 p.m. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.