hIn a hard-fought contest on Saturday, February 18, Virginia State University edged out Virginia Union University with a 67-60 victory in Petersburg, Va. Despite a valiant effort, Virginia Union fell short, dropping their record to 10-4 overall and 4-1 in the CIAA.

Key Performances:

Leading the charge for Virginia Union, Taniyah Greene and Nevaeh Reaves each posted 14 points, showcasing their scoring prowess throughout the game. Rori Cox added 12 points to the tally, while Tatiana Jones chipped in with 10 points to round out the double-digit scorers.

On the boards, Cox and Greene were a force, pulling down 8 rebounds each to anchor Virginia Union's inside presence.

A Game of Missed Opportunities:

Virginia Union head coach Tierra Terry reflected on the loss, highlighting the team's missed chances. "We did some self-inflicted things with too many missed layups, and we didn't get rebounds at the end of the game when we needed them. We played hard, but we just had too many missed opportunities," Terry said.

While the Panthers fought hard, key moments such as missed shots in the paint and crucial rebounds at the end proved to be the difference in a tightly contested game.

Looking Ahead:

Virginia Union will look to bounce back as they face Bowie State University in their next matchup on Tuesday, January 22, at 5:30 p.m. in Bowie, Md. With the CIAA season heating up, the Panthers aim to regroup and refocus as they push for a strong finish to the season.

Stay tuned for more updates as Virginia Union continues their journey in the CIAA!