Boston College Women’s Basketball Defeated by Quinnipiac at Home
At Conte Forum, the Boston College women’s basketball team faced a tough night against Quinnipiac, falling 76-49. The Eagles grabbed an early lead and saw some bright moments from key players, but they couldn’t keep up the momentum. Their record now sits at 4-7 for the season.
This game really put a spotlight on both the promising and shaky parts of their play as they get ready for ACC action. There’s a lot to unpack from a loss like this.
Key Highlights from the Game
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Boston College came out hot, jumping ahead 4-0 after an Ava McGee layup. That energy didn’t last long, though—Quinnipiac answered with an unreal 8-of-9 shooting stretch.
The Bobcats grabbed a 13-point lead in a hurry, and from there, they set the pace. It felt like the Eagles just couldn’t catch their breath after that.
Standout Performances
Even with the loss, a few Eagles stood out:
- Amirah Anderson led the scoring with 14 points, hitting 5-of-10 from the floor and snagging three rebounds.
- Kayla Rolph battled on the boards, pulling down eight rebounds.
- Kaia Henderson chipped in eight points and four assists, hitting career highs across the board.
Anderson’s back-to-back double-digit games and Henderson’s breakout night are encouraging signs. Maybe they’re finding their groove at just the right time?
Game Analysis
Boston College opened with some solid defense, forcing Quinnipiac to miss their first four shots. That didn’t last, though—the Bobcats soon found their shot, finishing at 50 percent from the field and draining 10 threes.
That kind of shooting is just brutal to defend, and it really put the Eagles on their heels.
First Half Struggles
The Eagles looked strong early, but Quinnipiac quickly took control. A three from Jocelyne Grier and a jumper by Henderson trimmed the deficit to eight, and the first quarter ended at 19-11.
But Quinnipiac caught fire again in the second quarter, shooting 46 percent and stretching the lead to 14 points by halftime.
Second Half Challenges
In the second half, Quinnipiac never let up. Boston College tried to fight back, but the Bobcats’ shooting and defense just kept the gap wide.
The Eagles couldn’t chip away at the lead, and the game finished with a tough 76-49 loss.
Looking Ahead: ACC Play
Now, Boston College shifts focus to the start of ACC play. They’ll host Virginia on Sunday at 7 p.m.—a big moment in their season.
They’ll need to lean on Anderson and Henderson’s strong play and tighten up on defense if they want to turn things around.
Keys to Improvement
For Boston College to compete in ACC play, a few things stand out:
- Consistent Defense: They’ve got to keep up their defensive intensity all game, not just in spurts. Those lapses against Quinnipiac were costly.
- Offensive Efficiency: Better shooting and fewer turnovers could make a huge difference against tougher ACC teams.
- Leveraging Bench Strength: With Henderson making an impact off the bench, it might be time to trust their depth a bit more.
Final Thoughts
The loss to Quinnipiac stings, no doubt. Still, Boston College women’s basketball can take away some hard-earned lessons here.
They’ll need to lock in on defense and sharpen their offense as ACC play looms. Getting more from the bench wouldn’t hurt either—depth matters when the schedule gets tough.
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