Georgia Women’s Basketball Falls to Virginia Tech
The Georgia women’s basketball team experienced a disappointing outcome against Virginia Tech, squandering a solid performance in the last five minutes and ultimately losing 70-61 at Stegeman Coliseum on Wednesday night. This defeat marked the team’s record at an even .500 overall.
Hokies head coach Megan Duffy reflected on the turning point in the game, stating, "I thought we were dead in the water. And then Laci stuck her hand up and got a deflection at the perfect time. Some of those momentum plays could have been the difference."
Areas for Improvement
Head coach Katie Abrahamson-Henderson acknowledged that the team has areas needing focus, particularly on their zone offense, which requires further development. However, she expressed satisfaction with certain aspects of the team’s performance, especially the contributions from redshirt sophomore center Fatima Diakhate and freshman guard Summer Davis.
Diakhate’s Breakthrough Performance
Diakhate delivered an impressive performance against the Hokies, achieving her first career double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Abrahamson-Henderson highlighted Diakhate’s newfound passion on the court, noting her limited playing time last season, where she averaged just 7 minutes and 2.4 points per game while focusing on learning from teammates Jordan Cole and Javyn Nicholson. Now, Diakhate is embracing the opportunity to shine on the court.
Davis Shines in Second Start
Summer Davis also made a significant impact during her second start for the Lady Bulldogs, scoring 11 points while adding 2 assists and 1 steal. Her first career start occurred over the holiday weekend in a close 76-74 overtime loss to Hampton, where she had only 2 points in 10 minutes of play.
Key Takeaways on Team Discipline
Reflecting on the late-game performance, Diakhate attributed the team’s struggles in the final moments to a lack of composure. “I think we just got too excited when we should’ve calmed down,” she remarked, emphasizing the need for discipline during critical moments.
Upcoming Matchup
The Lady Bulldogs, now sitting at a 5-5 record, are set to host UNC Greensboro on Monday, December 16, at 11 a.m. As they continue to grow and develop, all eyes will be on how the team can implement improvements and capitalize on their standout players’ performances.
