SCRANTON, PA – The University of Scranton women's basketball team put together another strong all-around performance on Saturday afternoon, rolling past Goucher College, 90-48, to improve to 5–0 on the season.
The Basics
- Final Score: No. 2 Scranton - 90, Goucher - 48
- Records: No. 2 Scranton (5-0), Goucher (3-2)
How It Happened
- Meghan Lamanna opened the game with a strong layup, putting the first points on the board and establishing early momentum for the Lady Royals.
- Scranton followed with a 7–0 run led by Lamanna and Jenna Sloan, quickly creating separation on the scoreboard.
- Back-to-back layups from Katie Gorski and Sophia Talutto pushed the Lady Royals' lead to 11–2, showcasing their efficiency around the rim.
- A deep three from Elizabeth Bennett, combined with a floater by Talutto and key scoring from Kaci Kranson, powered a 15–2 stretch that further extended Scranton's advantage.
- Talutto added another layup to give the Lady Royals a commanding 34–14 lead late in the first half.
- Scranton closed the opening half firmly in control with a 45–15 advantage.
- Gorski opened the second half with a layup, keeping the offensive momentum rolling for the Royals.
- Lamanna knocked down a deep three to widen Scranton's lead to 50–18.
- Strong defensive pressure from Kelsey Miedreich forced a jump ball in Scranton's favor, leading to Bennett drawing a foul and converting both free throws.
- Natalie Stoupakis hit a step-back three, stretching the lead even further.
- After securing a rebound, Selena Cieszko found Lizzie Halligan, who drove to the basket for a clean layup.
- Stoupakis capped off the performance with a corner three, securing a decisive 90–48 victory for the Lady Royals.
Top Performers
Inside the Box Score
- 48 points in the paint
- 10-16 field goal in the first half
- 15 different scorers
Up Next
- Scranton will host Tufts University tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. in the John Long Center.
