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Graduate guard Madi Miller attempts a lay up. (Photo by Meghan Long)

Gallery: Women’s Basketball narrowly falls in devastating first round matchup

March 6, 2023 by Meghan Long and Daniel Curd

The women’s basketball team was narrowly defeated 81-82 in a crushing loss against Sam Houston State University at Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Monday afternoon. After a consistent lead, the Wildcat’s fell to the Bearkats in the final seconds of the game.

Opponents jump for the tip-off. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Redshirt Freshman Addison Martin leaps towards the net. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Graduate forward Maleeah Langstaff blocks her opponent. (Photo by Meghan Long)

Sophomore guard Aspen Thornton leaps to keep the ball from her opponent. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Zoe Jackson, sophomore guard from McKinney, takes the ball down court. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Addison Martin, redshirt freshman forward from Shreveport, Louisiana, makes a layup. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Maleeah Langstaff, graduate forward from Asheville, North Carolina, tries to pass to her teammates. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Zoe Jackson, sophomore guard from McKinney, looks to pass the ball. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Head Coach Julie Goodenough cheers on the sideline. (Photo by Meghan Long)

Sophomore guard Aspen Thornton shoots a free throw. (Photo by Meghan Long)
(Photo by Meghan Long)
Sophomore guard Bella Earle charges across the court. (Photo by Meghan Long)

The team comes in for a huddle before the start of the game. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Aspen Thornton, sophomore guard from Hot Springs, Arkansaw, dribbles the ball down court. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

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About Daniel Curd

Daniel is a photographer from Denver, Colorado. He is an Advertising/Public Relations major hoping to go into media creation. When not taking photos, he can be found in the library studying with friends, listening to music, or watching one of his favorite movies. For any additional photos captured by him, visit: DanielCurd.com

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  • Gallery: Women’s basketball stays hot in conference play with 82–54 win

  • Gallery: MBB defeats former conference foe New Mexico State

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