Women's Basketball season ends with a 70-60 quarterfinal loss to Wright State, as the Raiders closed the game with a 19-5 run, erasing a Milwaukee lead. Anna Lutz shone in the second half with 15 points to keep the Panthers in the game.

The Big Picture

The loss at the Barbasol Horizon League Women's Basketball Championship marks the end of Milwaukee's season at 16-16, with a 10-10 record in the Horizon League.

By the Numbers
  • Anna Lutz scored 17 points, Kamy Peppler added 15, and Angie Cera contributed 12 in the game.
  • Wright State outscored Milwaukee 42-30 in the second half and outrebounded the Panthers 24-16, capitalizing on turnovers for nine points.
Yes, But

Milwaukee's head coach noted the team's lack of execution and aggressiveness, leading to missed opportunities and turnovers in crucial moments.

State of Play
  • Wright State's strong performance in the second half saw Layne Ferrell and Alexis Hutchison leading with 17 and 23 points, respectively.
  • The game marked the end of the season for Milwaukee, with the Panthers looking ahead to their 54th season of collegiate competition in November 2024.
What's Next

The Panthers will regroup for the next season, aiming to build on the positive chemistry within the team and learn from the challenges faced in the current season.

Bottom Line

Milwaukee's Women's Basketball season closes with a tough loss, highlighting areas for improvement and the resilience needed to come back stronger for the upcoming season.