The Principia Women's Basketball team traveled to Fulton, Missouri, seeking their first win in Westminster College's gym since 2006. The game was crucial for both teams, with the winner gaining an inside track on the #2 seed and a first-round bye in the SLIAC Tournament. However, Westminster clinched a 61-58 victory, solidifying their second place position in the conference. Despite a strong first half for Principia, Westminster's strong offensive performance, led by Annette Ramirez, determined the outcome.

Why It Matters

The defeat drops Principia to fourth place in the conference standings at 9-6, with the possibility of hosting their first-ever home playoff game if they perform well in their final three games against lower-ranked teams. Coach Ro acknowledged the team's end-of-season fatigue and injury difficulties but expressed confidence in turning the season around.

State of Play
  • Principia Women's Basketball team lost to Westminster College, securing Westminster's second place position in the conference.
  • The defeat places Principia in fourth place in the conference standings at 9-6.
  • If they perform well in their upcoming games against lower-ranked teams, Principia could host their first-ever home playoff game.
What's Next

The Panthers will host the last place Blackburn Beavers on Saturday at 1:00 pm in Hay Field House.

Bottom Line

Principia's loss to Westminster impacts their standing in the conference but provides an opportunity to clinch a home playoff game. Coach Ro remains confident in the team's ability to finish the season on a high note despite end-of-season fatigue and injury challenges.