Women's Basketball

PANTHERS DOWNED BY POLYTECHNIC 51-48

JANUARY 12, 2008

Boxscore

BROOKLYN, N.Y.-The SUNY College at Old Westbury Women's Basketball team were unable to hold onto a 12-point half-time lead on the road at Skyline Conference opponent Polytechnic University on Saturday afternoon, losing 51-48. The Panthers fall to 5-8 overall and 1-5 in league play while Polytechnic University climbs to 3-7 on the season and 3-4 in conference action.

The Panthers went into the half with a 12 point cushion, 34-22, on 14-of-37 shooting from the floor. Old Westbury was unable to maintain the lead as they were outscored 29-14 in the second half, due in part to 5-of-30 shooting from the field while Polytechnic University connected on 12-of-27 to pull away with the victory.

Pamela Robinson posted a double-double to lead the Panthers. Robinson finished with 21 points, 11 rebounds in addition to six assists and two steals. Shameeka Bryan and Shannon Gilly pulled down 11 boards and netted seven points each while Gilly nabbed two steals. Ashley Freeman chipped in with nine points and six rebounds.

Polytechnic University was led by Jackie Calandriello, who tallied a double-double, finished with 12 points and 13 rebounds to go along with four assist, two steals and one block. Polytechnic's Giovanna Theodule totaled 12 points, eights rebounds (5 offensive) while Kristen Partch added 11 points and eight points.

The Panthers were out-rebounded, 47-42, despite grabbing 12 boards off the offensive glass. The two teams combined for 29 turnovers, including 15 by Polytechnic University. For the game, Old Westbury shot 28.4 percent (19-for-67) from the floor and Polytechnic University sank 22-of-64 (34.4%).

Old Westbury travels to CCNY for non-conference action on Monday, January 14^th. Tip-off is slated for 7:00 p.m. For more information about the Old Westbury Panthers or to follow your favorite sports and events, log onto http://www.oldwestburypanthers.com/.


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	Women's Basketball Home \| Roster \| Schedule \| Stats \| Coaching Staff \| Past Seasons \| SAT PREP BASKETBALL ACADEMY PANTHERS DOWNED BY POLYTECHNIC 51-48 JANUARY 12, 2008 Boxscore BROOKLYN, N.Y.-The SUNY College at Old Westbury Women's Basketball team were unable to hold onto a 12-point half-time lead on the road at Skyline Conference opponent Polytechnic University on Saturday afternoon, losing 51-48. The Panthers fall to 5-8 overall and 1-5 in league play while Polytechnic University climbs to 3-7 on the season and 3-4 in conference action. The Panthers went into the half with a 12 point cushion, 34-22, on 14-of-37 shooting from the floor. Old Westbury was unable to maintain the lead as they were outscored 29-14 in the second half, due in part to 5-of-30 shooting from the field while Polytechnic University connected on 12-of-27 to pull away with the victory. Pamela Robinson posted a double-double to lead the Panthers. Robinson finished with 21 points, 11 rebounds in addition to six assists and two steals. Shameeka Bryan and Shannon Gilly pulled down 11 boards and netted seven points each while Gilly nabbed two steals. Ashley Freeman chipped in with nine points and six rebounds. Polytechnic University was led by Jackie Calandriello, who tallied a double-double, finished with 12 points and 13 rebounds to go along with four assist, two steals and one block. Polytechnic's Giovanna Theodule totaled 12 points, eights rebounds (5 offensive) while Kristen Partch added 11 points and eight points. The Panthers were out-rebounded, 47-42, despite grabbing 12 boards off the offensive glass. The two teams combined for 29 turnovers, including 15 by Polytechnic University. For the game, Old Westbury shot 28.4 percent (19-for-67) from the floor and Polytechnic University sank 22-of-64 (34.4%). Old Westbury travels to CCNY for non-conference action on Monday, January 14^th. Tip-off is slated for 7:00 p.m. For more information about the Old Westbury Panthers or to follow your favorite sports and events, log onto http://www.oldwestburypanthers.com/.
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