Loyola Chicago fell short in a tightly contested 70-67 loss to Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) after a strong second-half rally. Head Coach Allison Guth expressed disappointment with the slow start, highlighting 20 turnovers for the game, particularly in the first half. Despite the challenging opening, the Ramblers showed resilience, outscoring UMES in the third quarter and briefly taking the lead but ultimately could not secure the win.

By the Numbers
  • Loyola committed 20 turnovers, including nine in the first quarter.
  • Brooklyn Vaughn recorded 22 points and 10 rebounds, marking her first career double-double.
State of Play
  • Loyola is now 1–3 for the season, while UMES improved to 3–2.
  • The Ramblers had notable game highs in points (67), field-goal percentage (40.7%), and rebounds (39).
What's Next

Loyola Chicago will face Illinois State on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at Gentile Arena, with a 6 p.m. tip-off scheduled.

Bottom Line

The Ramblers must prioritize reducing turnovers and establishing offensive momentum earlier in games to regain competitiveness, especially at home. This loss emphasizes the need for strategic adjustments heading into their next matchup.