POST GAME
LETHBRIDGE - The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns hosted the Victoria Vikes on ULethbridge Alumni Night at the University of Lethbridge, looking to rebound from recent losses and make ground in the Canada West Conference. The Vikes entered the game with a strong 5-1 record in the second part of the season and an overall 9-5 record, while the Pronghorns sought to capitalize on their defensive strengths to secure a much-needed win.
The game was a battle of defensive intensity, with both teams combining for 22 steals (14 by the Pronghorns, 8 by the Vikes). Lethbridge's relentless defensive pressure ultimately helped them secure a hard-fought 64-59 victory.

Q1

• Courtney McKee ignited the Pronghorns with a steal and fast break score, providing an early momentum swing.
• Lethbridge imposed relentless defensive pressure, forcing multiple turnovers and capitalizing on them with scores and free throws.
• Jade Dittmer hit a key 3-pointer to give the Vikes a one-point lead late in the quarter.
• Dittmer added another basket, putting the Vikes ahead 15-13 at the end of the quarter.

Q2

• Courtney McKee hit a crucial 3-pointer, swinging the lead back in favor of the Pronghorns.
• Kyra Collier contributed with two strong baskets, including one after an offensive rebound and another following a steal, extending Lethbridge's lead.
• The Pronghorns went on a 10-1 run, driven by excellent defense and efficient ball movement on offense.
• Tana Pankratz responded for the Vikes with a contested 3-pointer, and Natalie Allison added a late three to trim Lethbridge's lead to just 1 point.
• At halftime, Lethbridge led 32-31.

Q3

• Victoria opened the half with a 3-pointer, regaining the lead. The game became a back-and-forth affair with numerous lead changes.
• Tobore Okome was a force on the boards, grabbing three offensive rebounds and finishing with a post layup.
• Okome faced a tough challenge against the Vikes' Abigail Becker and Tana Pankratz, but continued to fight through it.
• Mieke Boerstra tied the game with a fast-break basket after a steal, and a late foul against Viktoriia Kovalevska sent Bella Graves to the line. Graves made one of two free throws, giving Victoria a narrow 48-47 lead heading into the final quarter.

Q4

• Courtney McKee hit a clutch 3-pointer to tie the game at 50, energizing the home crowd.
• Kyra Collier drove to the basket with a slick crossover to give Lethbridge the lead, and on the next possession, she dished to Janessa Doctor, who nailed a corner 3-pointer.
• With 3 minutes remaining, Lethbridge held a 3-point lead, but the game remained highly competitive.
• With just 1 second left on the shot clock, Abby Stonehocker received the pass in the post and was fouled, making one of her free throws to extend the Pronghorn lead to two possessions.
• In the final 30 seconds, the Vikes pressed hard, but were unable to convert their opportunities.
• The Pronghorns held on for a 64-59 victory, fueled by a strong, collective team effort.

NEXT UP
The two teams will face off again tomorrow night (February 1) at 5 p.m. for the rematch in the Horns' Shoot for the Cure game.