PAINESVILLE, Ohio – The Lake Erie women's basketball team hosted the Trevecca Nazarene University Trojans for their home opener on Saturday, Dec. 9. The Storm would fall 91-45 in the game. This loss brings the Storms record to 1-5 (0-3 G-MAC).

The Storms offense started the first quarter off strong as they shot 41.67% (5-12) from the field. They took an early lead with a 3-pt shot from junior Anna Ibos, but the Trojans quickly countered back. Back-to-back layups from sophomore transfer Ryan Elbert would allow the Storm to regain the lead. However, the Trojans offense answered with an 11 to 1 run which the Storm were unable to come back from. In the third quarter, the Storms defense could not slow down the Trojans as they outscored the Storm 31-8. 

The Storm were led by Ibos who had a career and team high of 19 points, while shooting 6-9 from the field. Freshman Sophie Chipps led the Storm in rebounds with six, and in assists with three. Senior Alexis Lehmkuhl led the defense for the Storm as she totaled three blocks. She also had five points, three rebounds and two assists.

The Storm will be back in action at home on Monday, Dec. 11 to take on the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers. This game will continue Great Midwest Athletic Conference play and will tip off at 5:30 p.m.