SHEPHERDTOWN, WV (November 9, 2019) - The Virginia State University women's basketball team faced the hosting Rams of Shepherd University for day 2 of the PSAC v. CIAA Conference Challenge. The Trojans took a 79-63 loss in the matchup.

At the end season opening challenge, VSU holds a 0-2 record, while Shepherd is 2-0 on the season.

First Half
The 6-0 run by the Rams at in the opening quarter did not hinder the Trojans from working together to not only close the scoring gap, be end the quarter with an 18-16 lead.

VSU had several missed shots in the 2^nd quarter, allowing the Rams to tie the game and take the lead. The halftime score ruled in favor of the hosting Shepherd Rams, with a score of 38-33.

Second Half
Despite the Trojans efforts to take the lead in the 3^rd and 4^th quarter, it was not enough to close the double digit scoring gap. At the end of regulation, VSU took a 79-63 loss to the Shepherd Rams.

The Trojans efforts did not go unnoticed as they led game in bench points (25-17) and 2^nd chance points (19-6).

Leaders
Autumn Hopson remains consistent by leading the Trojans scoring with 13 points. Yazmen Hannah was not too far behind with 10 points. For a consecutive game, Chiqueria Cook controlled VSU's boards with 7 rebounds. Teammate Natalia Leaks followed through, gaining 7 rebounds of her own.

Up Next
The Trojans will travel to Charlotte, NC to face the Golden Bulls of Johnson C. Smith University on November 21. Tip-off is set for 5:30pm.

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