Box Score KELOWNA B.C. - The UBC Okanagan Heat women's basketball team split the weekend series with UBC Thunderbirds on Saturday, falling 63-61 in a game that came down to the wire at The Furnace.
The game started off close as both teams traded buckets with UBC maintaining a one-point lead. However, at the half, the Thunderbirds were able to build an eight-point buffer.
In the third quarter, the Heat outperformed the Thunderbirds scoring 14 to their seven and cutting the lead to just one 41-40. Down the stretch, they battled to stay close but were never able to jump out front.
Kelsey Falk of Vernon B.C., and Jaeli Ibbetson of Kelowna B.C., were cornerstones to the Heat's offence. The third years mirrored each other tonight, both putting up 12 points and nine rebounds. The pair were felt on the defensive end as well, combining for three blocks and two steals.
The Thunderbirds were led by first-year guard Olivia Weekes of Winnipeg, who put up 21 points and 10 boards. Offensive support was provided by Hailey Counsell of Port Moody, B.C., who added in 14 points.
The Heat will have a week off and will resume play when they host the UFV Cascades on November 26th at The Furnace. Tickets will be available 30 minutes before tip-off at the UBCO Gymnasium.
