LEXINGTON, Ky. -- The Capital University women's basketball team squared off against the No. 11 ranked Transylvania University Pioneers on Tuesday, but were defeated by a score of 38-78.

HOW IT HAPPENED
It was a tough matchup to begin with but the Comets were able to hold their own in the first quarter with the score remaining even at nine points a piece with five minutes remaining. However, a strong Pioneer push to end the quarter left Transylvania with a sizable lead. The second quarter struggles returned for Capital and they were never quite able to get on their feet in terms of shooting. Despite a strong third quarter led by two three-pointers from freshman guard Laney Murphy, the Comets were not able to chip away at the deficit in the second half and would wind up on the short end of the scoreboard.

BY THE NUMBERS
The Comets were led in scoring by Laney Murphy in points with 12. All of her points came from downtown as she shot 4-for-8 from deep. She also racked up one steal and her first career block. With another great performance Murphy was able to secure a spot on the Transylvania Holiday Classic All-Tournament Team.

Sophomore forward Maddie Dougoud turned in another solid performance in the paint, totaling 10 points and four rebounds. She also set a new career high in blocks with three.

Senior guard Brooke Ommert played well with nine points, shooting 5-of-6 from the free throw line. She also matched Dougoud's rebounding numbers with four boards, as well as clocking three steals and one assist.

Freshman guard Nicole Flock led the way on the glass with five rebounds. Three Comets followed her with four including the aforementioned Dougoud and Ommert, as well as Maddi Weiland

UP NEXT
The Capital women will take a break for the holidays and return to action on the fifth day of the new year against Wilmington. That game will be played at the Capital Center with a 7 p.m. tip. Visit athletics.capital.edu for tickets, live streaming, and more information.