VANCOUVER - The UBC Okanagan Heat women's basketball team was overwhelmed by the U SPORTS No. 6-ranked UBC Thunderbirds on Saturday evening as they lost 106-47.

The story of the game was the turnover margin as the Heat turned the ball over 32 times compared to just 14 for UBC, allowing the hosts to attempt nearly 20 more shots than UBCO. The Thunderbirds also shot the ball incredibly efficient, shooting 54.2 percent compared to 33.9 percent for the Heat.

Kelsey Falk was the leading scorer for UBCO, finishing the night with 13 points to go along with five rebounds, three assists and two steals in a strong all-around performance. Abby Smith, Lily Pink and Ava Heppner all added six points.

UBC's Olivia Weekes led all scorers with 21 points and she was one of five Thunderbirds to finish in double figures.

Despite the loss, the news wasn't all bad for the Heat on Saturday as they moved one step closer to the playoffs after the UNBC Timberwolves (4-14) lost to the Trinity Western Spartans (10-8). That leaves the Heat (6-12) two games up on UNBC for final playoff spot in the Canada West Pacific division with just two games remaining meaning one Heat win or one UNBC loss will send UBCO to the postseason for the fourth consecutive year.

The Heat will look to punch their ticket to the playoffs next Friday, February 14, when they host the Victoria Vikes (11-7) at the UBCO Gymnasium. Tipoff is set for 5 p.m. and tickets for the game can be purchased at the door on game day.