PAINESVILLE, Ohio -- The Lake Erie Storm women's basketball team hosted the Thomas More Saints for another Great Midwest matchup in the Jerome T. Osborne Center. In a thrilling contest that showcased grit and determination, the game was marked by significant momentum swings, with both teams putting up spirited performances across all four quarters, but the Storm would fall 56-48.

Game Recap

The opening quarter saw Thomas More come out strong, establishing an early lead by scoring 18 points compared to the Storm's nine. Their offensive execution and defensive stops set the tone for the game. However, Lake Erie found their footing in the second quarter, outscoring Thomas More by a narrow 14-13 margin, cutting into the deficit and showcasing their resilience heading into halftime.

The third quarter was a back-and-forth affair, with Thomas More regaining their offensive rhythm to notch 19 points while holding the Storm to 17. This quarter proved pivotal, as the Saints extended their lead despite Lake Erie's best efforts to keep pace. The final quarter was a defensive grind, with both teams struggling to find scoring opportunities. Thomas More Saints managed to seal the victory with a 6-8 performance in the fourth, holding off a late push by Lake Erie.

Grace Lyon led the way as the only double-digit score for the team, scoring 16 points in the effort while also contributing nine rebounds and three steals. Kylie Maxwell went 3-for-4 from the field for seven points while also grabbing seven rebounds and blocking two shots.

Looking Ahead

Lake Erie will be back in action on Saturday, January 18th at 1 p.m. against the Ohio Dominican Panthers. They will look to break a two-game losing streak.