Clemson falls at Virginia

Charlottesville, Va.– Clemson women’s basketball (10-5, 1-2 ACC) fell to Virginia (11-3, 3-0 ACC), 73-63, at John Paul Jones Arena on New Year’s Day (Thursday night).

Rachel Rose (16 points, season-best seven assists, and seventh double-figure scoring game of the season) shot 5-7 from field goal range and 6-8 at the free-throw line. Raven Thompson (14 points) recorded her third double-digit scoring game of the season. Demeara Hinds (12 points) logged her sixth double-digit scoring game of the season. Mia Moore (10 points, four assists) recorded her 11th double-figure scoring game of the season.

Virginia was led by Tabitha Amanze an 18-point and 11-rebound double-double performance.

HOW THE GAME WAS DECIDED

Clemson used an 11-0 run from the 4:01 to the 1:39 mark in the fourth quarter, effectively trimming its deficit to six points, 68-62, Virginia. The Hoo’s used a short 6-1 scoring stretch to close out the game, handing the Tigers their second conference loss of the season.

NOTABLE NUMBERS

• Rose (16 points, season-best seven assists, and seventh double-figure scoring game of the season) shot 5-7 from field goal range and 6-8 at the free-throw line.
• Thompson (14 points) recorded her third double-digit scoring game of the season.
• Hinds (12 points) logged her sixth double-digit scoring game of the season.
• Moore (10 points, four assists) recorded her 11th double-figure scoring game of the season.
• Virginia continues to hold a 45-36 lead against Clemson in the all-time series.

UP NEXT
Clemson heads to the 305 for a showdown with Miami on Sunday, Jan. 4. Tipoff is slated for 2 p.m.

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