December 9, 2024 – Uniontown, PA
The WVU Potomac State College Catamounts earned a hard-fought 63-55 victory over Penn State Fayette on December 9. Strong rebounding, clutch shooting, and defensive resilience powered the Catamounts to this road win.
Fast Start for the Catamounts
The Catamounts wasted no time asserting themselves, jumping to a 15-5 lead by the end of the first quarter. They extended their advantage in the second, outscoring Penn State Fayette 24-17 to head into halftime with a 39-22 lead.
Second-Half Push by Penn State Fayette
Penn State Fayette refused to go down quietly, cutting the deficit to 55-42 after a strong third quarter. The Nittany Lions' defense tightened in the fourth, holding the Catamounts to just 8 points. However, key free throws and a dominant rebounding effort by Elizabeth Pryor and Ericka Zirk, who both collected 11 boards in the contest, helped the Catamounts secure the win.
Balanced Team Effort
The Catamounts finished with 51 rebounds, including 22 offensive boards that provided crucial second-chance opportunities. Amber Bing set the tone with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while Hannah Ault added 17 points, sinking 3-of-6 shots from beyond the arc. Ericka Zirk contributed 12 points and 11 rebounds, while Brylee Wetzel dished out 4 assists and added 7 rebounds.
Key Performances
- Amber Bing: 18 points, 8 rebounds
- Hannah Ault: 17 points, 3 three-pointers
- Ericka Zirk: 12 points, 11 rebounds
- Elizabeth Pryor: 11 rebounds, 4 points
The Catamounts enjoy a few days of rest before taking on Garrett College on the road on Saturday.