ERIE, Pa. — D'Youville fell to Gannon University, 72-50, at the Highmark Events Center. D'Youville's performance was highlighted by scoring 22 points in the paint, but they struggled with turnovers, committing 18 compared to the Golden Knights' eight. The home team capitalized on these mistakes, converting them into 20 points and maintaining a lead throughout the game.

D'Youville began the game with a strong inside presence, highlighted by Molly O'Toole's (Rochester, N.Y. / Aquinas Institute) jumper in the paint at 8:06, assisted by Alyssa Neumann (Silverdale, Wash. / Central Kitsap). O'Toole also drained a three-pointer at 5:36, narrowing the gap to three points. Despite their efforts, turnovers and missed opportunities allowed the Golden Knights to widen their lead. The first quarter concluded with D'Youville trailing 16–7.

D'Youville found momentum midway through the second quarter with a crucial three-pointer by Xanthippi Karatasiou (Katerini, Greece / Kontariotissa) at the 6:00 mark, assisted by O'Toole, narrowing the deficit. Despite turnovers, they stayed competitive with another key three-pointer from Karatasiou at 3:26, assisted by Allie Hall (Rochester, N.Y. / Bishop Kearney). However, the Golden Knights' consistent scoring in the paint helped maintain their lead. The period concluded with D'Youville trailing 31–20.

D'Youville struggled to gain momentum in the third quarter, facing a strong defensive effort from the Golden Knights. Despite an early three-point play by O'Toole at 8:49, D'Youville was unable to maintain a consistent scoring run. The Golden Knights extended their lead with several key baskets, including a fast-break jumper at 7:09. 

D'Youville attempted to close the gap with a late 3-pointer by Trinity Small (West Chester Township, Ohio / Purcell Marian) at 00:35, but turnovers and fouls hindered their progress. The period ended with the Golden Knights leading 54–34.

D'Youville made notable strides in the fourth quarter, highlighted by a layup and free throw sequence by Morgan Giancaterino (Orchard Park, N.Y. / Sacred Heart Academy) at 6:31, which reduced the deficit. The team showed resilience with a 3-pointer from O'Toole at 5:21 and a fastbreak layup from Megan Fedor (Elmira, N.Y. / Elmira) at 4:33. Despite these efforts, the Golden Knights maintained their advantage throughout the quarter. The game concluded with the Golden Knights securing the victory, 72–50.

O'Toole led the team with 16 points, converting 6 of 13 field goals and adding 7 rebounds. Giancaterino contributed 12 points, shooting 5 of 8 from the field and securing 2 rebounds. Karatasiou tallied 8 points, making 3 of 7 field goals, and grabbed 2 rebounds. Small added 6 points, hitting 2 of 3 shots, and collected 2 rebounds.

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