The Duquesne women's basketball team faced a tough start to their Atlantic 10 season, falling 72-55 to Davidson. Despite an energetic beginning and a close first half, Duquesne struggled in the second half, scoring just eight field goals. The Wildcats capitalized on the Dukes’ offensive woes, particularly forcing 12 turnovers that led to 14 points. Duquesne's record now stands at 6-3 overall and 0-1 in conference play, while Davidson improves to 6-3 overall and 1-0 in the A-10.

By the Numbers
  • Duquesne shot just 2-of-10 from the field in the third quarter.
  • Davidson's Katie Donovan led all scorers with 19 points, including five three-pointers.
Yes, But

Despite the loss, Duquesne had notable individual performances, with Gabby Grantham-Medley scoring 14 points and three Dukes reaching double figures, which indicates potential for future improvement.

State of Play
  • Duquesne is currently struggling offensively, particularly in the second half of games.
  • Davidson's defense forced key turnovers that were pivotal in their victory.
What's Next

Duquesne will look to rebound in their upcoming non-conference game against Eastern Michigan on December 9, aiming to correct their offensive issues and secure a win.

Bottom Line

Duquesne needs to focus on improving their shooting efficiency and reducing turnovers if they hope to compete effectively in the Atlantic 10 moving forward.