OWENSBORO, Ky. -- The Wayne State University women's basketball squad (0-2) finished play at the CCA Tip-Off Classic with a 83-101 loss to Union (Tenn.) on Saturday afternoon.
HOW IT HAPPENED
First Quarter
McKenna Ferguson (Grandville, Mich. / Byron Center) opened the scoring for both teams after being fouled, converting one-of-two attempts at the free-throw line. Union responded with a three pointer to take a 3-1 lead before
Emily Homan (Haslett, Mich.) knocked down a jumper to tie the game a 3-3. The Bulldogs continued their offensive run, building a 14-3 lead with just over six minutes remaining in the opening quarter. Wayne State began to find its footing offensively, with contributions from
Kylee Fears (Hamilton, Ohio / Talawanda [Merrimack]),
Olivia Miller (Avon Lake, Mich.) and Ferguson helping the Warriors work their way back into the game. Union maintained its lead, however, and closed the quarter ahead 30-22.
Second Quarter
Union continued to execute offensively in the second quarter, building a double-digit advantage. WSU worked to stay competitive on the glass, collecting offensive rebounds and creating second-chance scoring opportunities. Ferguson provided much of the offensive production for the Warriors, while Fears contributed inside with multiple offensive rebounds and created additional scoring chances. Union maintained its momentum through the closing minutes of the half, taking a 56-43 advantage into the break.
Third Quarter
The second half opened with another defensive battle before a Bulldog steal and a fast break layup. Homan responded for the Warriors with a layup off an assist from
Annabel Ayrault (Groose Pointe Woods, Mich. / Grosse Pointe North). Homan was a steady presence as she contributed on both ends of the floor in the third quarter. Union maintained control, holding WSU to 13 points while adding 20 of its own. The Bulldogs carried a 76-56 advantage into the final quarter of action.
Fourth Quarter
Wayne State looked to generate momentum in the final 10 minutes, with Ferguson continuing her strong afternoon offensively. The Warriors also found opportunities inside and at the free-throw line. WSU put together its highest scoring period of the afternoon with 27 points, outscoring Union 27-25 in the fourth quarter. The early deficit proved too much to overcome, however, as the Bulldogs secured the 101-83 victory
LEADING THE WARRIORS
Ferguson led all scores with 31 points, shooting 11-of-21 from the field and 4-of-7 from three-point range. She also collected a team high 13 rebounds, dished out four assists and recorded two steals. Fears finished with 14 points and 12 rebounds, recording a double-double in 19 minutes off the bench. Miller and
Koko Sylvester (Toledo, Ohio / Start) each added 10 points. Miller also contributed four rebounds and three assists. Homan totaled eight points, seven rebounds, six assists and two blocks. WSU out-rebounded Union, 61-52, including a 23-22 advantage on the offensive glass.
LEADIN THE BULLDOGS
Union knocked down 17 three-pointers compared to five for the Warriors and scored 34 points off 25 Wayne State turnovers. Aubrey Sorrells and Grace Abram tied for a team-high 17 points individually. Olivia Lee led all Bulldogs with a team-high eight rebounds (two offensive / six defensive) and four steals, while also adding 16 points.
UP NEXT
The Warriors will head to Findlay for a match up on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. The Warriors hold a 22-to-14 over the Oilers, with their latest victory (65-58) taking place on Dec. 20, 2025.
