The Iona University women's basketball team faced a tough loss against Davidson, falling 82-52. Junior Zoey Ward shone for Iona, tying her career-high with 21 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Despite an early lead, the Gaels struggled to maintain momentum, allowing Davidson to pull away with strong offensive bursts. Iona's shooting improved to a season-best 44.0%, but they were plagued by a season-high 20 turnovers, which led to 28 points for Davidson.

By the Numbers
  • Zoey Ward scored 21 points on nine made field goals, including three three-pointers.
  • Davidson shot 56.9% from the field and outscored Iona 37-21 in the second half.
State of Play
  • Iona's record stands at 1-5 following this match against Davidson.
  • The Gaels have a final road game scheduled for November 24 against Wagner.
What's Next

Iona will compete against Wagner as they look to improve their record and regain momentum after this loss. The outcome of this game could be pivotal for shaping their performance ahead in the season.

Bottom Line

Despite a strong individual performance from Ward, Iona must address turnover issues and regain consistency if they hope to compete effectively moving forward. The team will need to capitalize on their shooting and reduce mishaps to secure future victories.