Salisbury University women’s basketball opened its home schedule with a 71-59 loss to Rutgers-Camden on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Maggs Physical Activities Center in Salisbury, Md. The result left Salisbury University with a 1-2 record, while Rutgers-Camden improved to 2-1.
Salisbury University Women’s Basketball Takes Early Lead
Salisbury University built a 17-11 advantage after the first quarter. Abby Plaugher and Jen Juhring helped pace the early attack, as the Sea Gulls took a six-point lead into the second period.
Rutgers-Camden responded by outscoring Salisbury University 19-11 in the second quarter, taking a 30-28 halftime lead. The Scarlet Raptors added 21 points in the third quarter while holding the Sea Gulls to 12, extending their advantage to 51-40 entering the final period.
Abby Plaugher Leads Salisbury University
Abby Plaugher led Salisbury University with 17 points, making four of her six attempts from beyond the arc. Salisbury University finished with 10 three-pointers and 21 assists, with Jen Juhring leading the team with five assists.
Salisbury University scored 19 points in the fourth quarter, but Rutgers-Camden maintained its lead to secure the victory. The Sea Gulls scored 26 points off Rutgers-Camden turnovers and recorded 34 rebounds.
Next Game for Salisbury University
Salisbury University is scheduled to host Penn State Abington on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 5:30 p.m. at Maggs Physical Activities Center. The game will be the Sea Gulls’ next contest.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Salisbury University controlled the opening quarter before Rutgers-Camden seized momentum in the second and third periods. Plaugher’s 17 points, the Sea Gulls’ 10 three-pointers, and the team’s 21 assists highlighted Salisbury’s offensive production in the loss.
Source: Original report
