NASHUA, N.H. – The Rivier women's basketball team dropped a non-conference matchup to Plymouth State, 68-56, on Tuesday evening at the Muldoon Center.
With the loss, the Raiders dropped to 0-7 on the season, while the Panthers improved to 6-1.
HOW IT HAPPENED
- Rivier came out strong in the opening quarter, matching Plymouth State basket for basket.
- Sophomore Sydney Perry set the tone early with tough finishes inside, while first-year Madi Ricker knocked down a pair of threes to keep the Raiders level
- The Raiders' ball movement created quality looks throughout the frame, and their defensive pressure forced several early Panther turnovers
- The teams traded runs, but Rivier closed the quarter tied 17-17, showcasing one of their most balanced starts of the season.
- In the second quarter, Plymouth State gained momentum, outscoring the Raiders 17-6 to take a 34-23 lead into halftime.
- The Panthers continued to extend their advantage in the third, posting 21 points to widen the gap
- Rivier responded with a strong fourth quarter, scoring 21 points, their best offensive frame of the night.
- Perry powered the late surge with dominant interior play, while Ricker and sophomore Gianna Donato added key buckets from outside to trim the deficit
- Despite the push, Plymouth State's efficiency on both ends allowed them to close out the win.
BOX SCORE BREAKDOWN
- Perry led the Raiders with a team-high 19 points and 11 rebounds, securing a double-double.
- Ricker followed with 17 points, including three three-pointers.
- Donato added 12 points and five rebounds.
- Graduate student Juju Nealy chipped in six points and four boards
- The Raiders grabbed 33 total rebounds compared to Plymouth's 39.
UP NEXT
The Raiders return to action after the Thanksgiving break when they travel for another non-conference matchup at Westfield State University. Tip-off is set for 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3
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