Daemen secured a decisive 67-54 victory over the District of Columbia, showcasing a dominant performance driven by their defense and rebounding. The Wildcats capitalized on 21 turnovers from UDC, converting these into 24 points, while out-rebounding their opponents 47-39. Despite a late rally from the Firebirds in the third quarter, Daemen maintained control throughout the game, never relinquishing their lead. Impact players included Ne'vaeh Buntley, who led with 17 points and 9 rebounds, and Kyleigh Chapman, who made significant contributions defensively with 12 rebounds and 5 steals.

By the Numbers
  • Daemen converted 21 turnovers into 24 points.
  • The Wildcats out-rebounded UDC 47-39.
  • Buntley scored 17 points and grabbed 9 rebounds.
  • Chapman recorded 12 rebounds and 5 steals.
State of Play
  • Daemen improves to 12-2 overall and 5-0 in ECC play.
  • UDC drops to 5-9, struggling with 21 turnovers impacting their game.
What's Next

Daemen will host Staten Island on Sunday at 12 p.m., looking to extend their winning streak in the conference. The Wildcats are positioned strongly within ECC standings as they continue their season.

Bottom Line

Daemen demonstrated their strength through defensive efficiency and rebounding, setting a solid foundation for success as they push deeper into the season. Their ability to capitalize on turnovers and control the game tempo will be crucial moving forward.