TOWSON, Md. — The Stetson Hatters women's basketball team got a 23-point boost from its bench but came up short Tuesday evening, falling 76-54 to Towson inside SECU Arena.
Graduate forward Aleah Sorrentino recorded her second consecutive double-double to lead the Hatters (2-2), finishing with 14 points and 13 rebounds, including six on the offensive glass. Freshman Sophie Locatelli added seven points and four assists off the bench, while Cameron Thomas chipped in seven points and eight rebounds.
Despite a slow start, the Hatters battled back after falling behind 18-5 in the first quarter. Stetson used a 5-0 run capped by a Jorah Eppley three-pointer to cut Towson's lead to 25-18 midway through the second period, and trailed just 29-22 at halftime.
The Tigers extended their lead in the third quarter, but Stetson continued to find success around the rim, scoring 16 of its 19 fourth-quarter points in the paint. The Hatters also controlled the glass, outrebounding Towson 45-43 and grabbing 11 offensive boards that led to nine second-chance points.
Defensively, Stetson held the Tigers to just 38.9 percent shooting from the field.
GAME NOTES
- Aleah Sorrentino posted her second straight double-double (14 points, 13 rebounds).
- Stetson held Towson to 38.9 percent shooting.
- The Hatters outrebounded the Tigers 45-43, including 11 offensive boards.
- Stetson's bench contributed 23 points.
- Locatelli added seven points and four assists.
About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.
