by WOLFVILLE AND HALIFAX, N.S. – The UBCO Heat women’s basketball team opened its preseason schedule with a perfect 3-0 record on a road trip to Nova Scotia.
Game 1: UBCO Heat 81 – Acadia Axewomen – 59
The Heat began their three-game slate with a commanding 22-point victory over the Axewomen, an Atlantic University Sport (AUS) semifinalist last season. After finishing the first quarter tied at 13, UBCO outscored Acadia in each subsequent frame. Kanani Coon’s 21 points led the way, while Sydney Lewis and Lily Pink also finished in double digits, scoring 15 and 13, respectively. Controlling the glass, the Heat outrebounded the Axewomen 38-29, including 15 on offence, which led to 12 second-chance points.
