Big Shot Ends Winning Streak

Washington DC: December 3, 2007--The UDC Lady Firebirds were on cloud nine. After starting the season with five straight wins, the team was in a tough game with the Elizabeth City State University Lady Vikings.  Despite trailing by nine at halftime, the Lady Firebirds fought back to take a three point lead with 2:22 left. 

The Physical Activities Center filled with noise and excitement, because it looked like UDC had awakened from its game long slumber.  However, the excitement became heartbreak as Elizabeth City State University made the key plays down the stretch, winning the game 55-52 and ending UDC’s five game winning streak. 
 
The game was decided on a three point shot from Elizabeth City State University’s Cheniece Arthur with six seconds left. The senior guard saved her only three point shot for when it mattered most.  The Lady Firebirds did their best to make a great comeback.  They (UDC) shot only 19% in the first half, while allowing Elizabeth City State University to shoot 52%.  The size and athleticism of the Lady Vikings caused the Lady Firebirds to alter many of their inside shots. 
 
The second half began much like the game, with UDC missing lay-ups and inside shots.  However, the Lady Firebirds continued to force Elizabeth City State University into turnovers which they started to convert into points.  Little by little, Elizabeth City State University’s lead started to dwindle.  UDC cut the lead to four, 41-37 with 11:46 left in the game.  Elizabeth City State University tried to keep the Lady Firebirds from scoring, but UDC tied the game at 49 with 2:47 left.  That set the stage for the final, frenetic two minutes. 
 
Lillian McGill led UDC with 17 points and 10 rebounds.  Ashley Alexander added 12 points while Nicole Cooper chipped in with two three point shots.  UDC shot 28% for the game, including 17% from behind the three point line. 

The Lady Firebirds(5-1) return to action December 8, against Davis & Elkins College in Elkins, West Virginia.