ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The Wofford women's basketball team fell to UNC Asheville, 84-65, on Saturday afternoon at Kimmel Arena.
 
After taking a two point lead into the second quarter, the Bulldogs outscored the Terriers, 25-9, to take a 14 point lead into halftime. The Bulldogs remained hot from the field in the second half and converted 11 of 14 free throw attempts to prevent the Terriers from mounting a comeback.
 
Chloe Wanink led three Terriers in double figures with 18 points. She also led the team with seven rebounds. Joining her in double figures was Kentra Washington, who delivered 15 points on a season high two three pointers. Junior guard Amoshia Blakeney added 11 points off the bench. Blakeney has scored in double figures in three straight games.
 
The game was crisply played in the first quarter, with both teams shooting over 50% from the field. However, the Terriers went cold in the second, shooting just 33.3%. Despite the 14 point halftime deficit, Wofford took care of the ball, as they totaled six assists to just four turnovers. The Bulldogs stretched their lead due to 10 first half offensive rebounds, while the Terriers grabbed just 11 defensive rebounds.
 
Despite another strong shooting performance in the third quarter, the Terriers were unable to cut into the Bulldogs lead. UNC Asheville was able to increase their lead to 15 points largely due to eight free throw attempts and four more offensive rebounds.
 
In the fourth quarter, the Terriers were unable to trim the Bulldogs lead to single digits, as UNC Asheville sealed the game with a strong shooting effort in the final period.
 
The Bulldogs were led by Khaila Webb, who scored 22 points on 10 of 13 from the field. UNC Asheville shot 51.7% from the field, compared to the Terriers 49.1%.
 
For the game, UNC Asheville outrebounded the Terriers, 36-27. They also held a tremendous advantage at the free throw line, converting 16 of 23 attempts, while Wofford was just 5 of 5.
 
Up next, the Terriers will break for exams, before resuming action at UNC Wilmington next Saturday, December 17, at 4:30 p.m.