Johnson Scores 1,000th Career Point in Firebirds Battle Against Staten Island

Staten Island, NY – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team put up a strong fight on the road but fell to East Coast Conference (ECC) opponent Staten Island, 76-67. The game was highlighted by senior guard Laci Johnson reaching the 1,000-point milestone for her career.

Johnson, who has been a key offensive leader for UDC, entered the game needing 21 points to reach the milestone and hit the mark in the second half. She finished the night with a game-high 22 points, adding to her career total. UDC trailed by just one point (19-18) after the first quarter. The Firebirds were unable to close the gap after a second-quarter surge by the Dolphins. UDC fought back in the third quarter but couldn't complete the comeback. Staten Island was led by Jenalyse Alarcon, who scored 17 points and grabbed 5 rebounds, while Dana Phelan added 13 points for the Dolphins.

Key Performances

• Laci Johnson: 22 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists (1,000th career point)
• Tori Williams: 15 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists
• Nia Ford: 7 points, 2 rebounds
• Brenda McKinney: 7 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists

Team Statistics

• Field Goals: UDC 39.1% (25-64) | Staten Island 40.4% (21-52)
• Three-Point Shooting: UDC 22.2% (4-18) | Staten Island 40.9% (9-22)
• Free Throws: UDC 81.3% (13-16) | Staten Island 69.4% (25-36)
• Rebounds: UDC 28 | Staten Island 41
• Assists: UDC 19 | Staten Island 17
• Turnovers: UDC 10 | Staten Island 21

UDC (7-13, 5-6 ECC) is back home next week for a two game home stand. They will host St Thomas Aquinas College on Wesdnesday at 5:30pm at the E.B Henderson Sports Complex.