CORAL GABLES, Fla. — The Stetson women's basketball team continued its early-season road stretch Sunday afternoon, falling to Miami, 79-39, at the Watsco Center. The Hatters (1-2) showed improvement offensively in the second half, highlighted by an efficient performance from freshman Addison Godby, but were unable to overcome the Hurricanes' (3-0) early advantage in their second consecutive matchup against an Atlantic Coast Conference opponent.
Freshman Desireck Nieves led Stetson with 10 points and two assists, while Godby added eight points on 4-of-5 shooting off the bench. Favour Anyaele provided a presence in the frontcourt, contributing six points, a team-high eight rebounds and a block. The Hatters shot 30 percent from the floor and committed 23 turnovers, which Miami converted into 21 points.
Miami opened the contest with consecutive baskets before Anyaele provided an early spark for Stetson, scoring the Hatters' first four points. The senior forward converted a jumper following an offensive rebound before finishing a layup off an assist from Candela Garcia-Escribano, bringing Stetson within two at 6-4.
The Hurricanes responded with an extended scoring run, capitalizing on opportunities in the paint and at the free-throw line to create separation. After a lengthy scoring drought, Nieves ended the stretch with a jumper, while Godby contributed a basket and Nieves connected from beyond the arc to provide additional offense.
Despite those contributions, Miami continued to build its advantage through its efficiency around the basket and ability to generate second-chance opportunities. The Hurricanes carried a 31-12 lead into halftime, with Stetson looking to establish a more consistent offensive rhythm coming out of the break.
The Hatters returned for the second half with a stronger offensive showing, finding success through their interior scoring and contributions from the bench. After Miami extended its lead to 37-12, Jorah Eppley answered with a basket to get Stetson on the board in the third quarter.
Nieves and Sophie Locatelli continued to create opportunities offensively, while Godby emerged as a key contributor during the period. The freshman guard connected on three baskets in a span of less than two minutes, helping the Hatters generate momentum and cut into Miami's advantage. Her efficiency provided a boost for a Stetson offense looking to establish a rhythm against the Hurricanes' defense.
Miami answered with contributions from Dayana Mendes, Gianna Corbitt and Amarachi Kimpson, but the Hatters continued to find scoring opportunities down the stretch. Anyaele added another basket inside before Raven LeXander connected on a 3-pointer off an assist from Nieves, providing one of Stetson's late highlights in the period. Natalie Wetzel answered with a triple for the Hurricanes, sending the Hatters into the fourth quarter trailing 56-31.
Stetson continued to compete in the final period, with Locatelli providing an early basket inside after a Miami free throw. The Hurricanes responded with a 3-pointer from Gal Raviv and continued to capitalize on turnovers and transition opportunities, gradually extending their lead.
Locatelli added another jumper midway through the quarter, while Cici Driessen and freshman Heidi Rathmann each converted a pair of free throws in the closing minutes. Miami maintained its advantage behind additional scoring from Raviv and Kimpson, securing the 79-39 victory.
Hatters Top Performers
Desireck Nieves
- Team-high 10 points
- 2 assists
- 3-for-4 from the free-throw line
Favour Anyaele
- Team-high 8 rebounds
- 6 points
- 3 offensive rebounds
- 1 block
Addison Godby
- 8 points
- 4-for-5 from the field (80.0%)
- 1 offensive rebound
Sophie Locatelli
- 6 points
- 3 made field goals
Game Notes
- Stetson moved to 1-2 on the season following its second consecutive road contest against an ACC opponent.
- Desireck Nieves reached double figures for the second time in her first three collegiate games, finishing with a team-high 10 points.
- Addison Godby scored eight points on 4-of-5 shooting, setting a new collegiate career high.
- Favour Anyaele matched her season high with eight rebounds, including three offensive boards, while adding six points and a block.
- The Hatters scored 19 points in the third quarter, shooting 8-of-15 (53.3%) from the field during the period.
- Raven LeXander knocked down her first 3-pointer of the season, while Heidi Rathmann recorded her first two collegiate points at the free-throw line.
- Stetson finished with 20 points in the paint and 15 points from its bench.
- Sunday's contest marked the second of five consecutive road games for the Hatters.
Up Next
Stetson will remain in South Florida for the third game of its five-game road stretch, traveling to Miami, Florida, to face FIU on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Ocean Bank Convocation Center.
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.
