Nov 14, 2025
YORK, Pa. – The William Paterson women's basketball team (1-0) picked up an 84-44 victory against Waynesburg (0-1) to open the Coaches vs. Cancer Classic hosted by York (Pa.) Nov. 14.
HOW IT HAPPENED:
- It was all WP from the start as the Pioneers shot 11-of-18 (.611) from the field and 4-of-6 (.667) from deep to build a 20-point lead (29-9) at the end of the first quarter.
- WP extended its advantage in the second quarter, using an 18-1 run over a span of 7:33 before going into the half leading by 31 (47-16).
- After outscoring Waynesburg, 19-6, in the third frame, the Pioneers led by 44 (66-22).
- WP closed things out in the fourth quarter to earn the 84-44 victory.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS:
- Senior Renee Wells poured in a game-high 20 points on 8-of-15 (.533) shooting with three boards, two assists and a steal.
- Sophomore Kaelyn Gowdy went 5-of-8 (.625) from the floor, finishing with a career-high 15 points to pair with three steals.
- Junior Mattison Chiera had an 11-point outing with four boards and four assists.
- Senior Patty Walsh and junior Jada Jacobs logged eight points and seven rebounds apiece.
- Jacobs added four assists to her stat line.
UP NEXT:
- William Paterson will take on York (Pa.) in the Coaches vs. Cancer championship Saturday, Nov. 15, at 3:00 p.m.
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