ADRIAN, Mich. -- The Madonna University Women's Basketball was back in action for the first time since December 20th, tonight the Crusaders faced off against Siena Heights University (Mich.) and fell 52-31. 

HOW IT HAPPENED

The first quarter was all about knocking the rust off. Madonna came out to a slow start and was limited to 3-17 shooting in the quarter. On the bright side, the Crusaders' defense looked good as they help the Saints under 30% shooting in the first and caused six turnovers as well. In the second, it was the same story, Naomi Davis, Abby Powell, and Kennedy Carrier all gave great minutes to keep the game close. In the second half, the Crusaders scoring struggles would continue. Siena Heights would go on to outscore Madonna 24-16 and the Crusaders would fall 52-31. 


INSIDE THE NUMBERS 
 

• Sharon Woodard would lead the Crusaders in scoring with eight points
• April Hudelson would finish with six points, nine rebounds, two blocks, and two steals
• Josie Piergentilli scored five points and also had three assists
• Carrier had one of her best games of the season finishing with two points, six rebounds, and four steals

UP NEXT

The Crusaders will be on the road again when they play Saturday, January 22 when they take on Concordia University Ann-Arbor at the Cardinal Fieldhouse. Tip-off is set for 1:00 p.m. 

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