BECKLEY, W.Va. – WVU Tech women's basketball faced a strong Midway squad Tuesday evening in River States Conference play, falling 73-43 at the Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center.
The Golden Bears struck first and briefly held a 2-0 lead, but Midway answered with a sustained first-half surge. The Eagles built a 20-10 advantage after one quarter and extended the margin to 40-22 at halftime behind efficient shooting and transition play.
Midway maintained control in the third quarter, limiting WVU Tech to four points in the period to create separation. The Golden Bears responded with improved offensive rhythm in the fourth, shooting 8-of-18 in the final 10 minutes and scoring 17 points, but the early deficit proved too much to overcome in the 73-43 final.
WVU Tech finished 19-of-67 (28.4%) from the field and 2-of-23 (8.7%) from three-point range, while adding eight second-chance points and 19 bench points. The Golden Bears totaled 45 rebounds and recorded four blocks defensively.
Golden Bear Highlights
Cadence Stewart led WVU Tech with eight points and four rebounds.
Alexis Sexton added seven points and five rebounds, including a fourth-quarter three-pointer.
Maggie Boroski contributed six points and five rebounds off the bench.
Emily Wratchford chipped in five points, and Alaira Evans added four points, four rebounds, and three blocks defensively.
Season Snapshot (through Feb. 17)
- Points per game: 70.3
- Rebounds per game: 38.8
- Assists per game: 14.7
- Field-goal percentage: 39.8%
- Three-point percentage: 32.6%
- Free-throw percentage: 71.3%
Team Leaders (season averages)
What's Next
WVU Tech returns to the Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center on Saturday for a 3:00 p.m. River States Conference matchup against Indiana University East. It will also serve as Homecoming and Senior Day for the Golden Bears. Admission is free for everyone.
