OPENING TIP
Score: Queens 62 | Eastern Kentucky 75
Records: Queens (8-16, 2-11 ASUN) | Eastern Kentucky (17-9, 7-6 ASUN)
Location: Curry Arena (Charlotte, N.C.)

THE SHORT STORY
Queens University battled Eastern Kentucky tough through the first half, but a second-half surge from the Colonels proved too much as the Royals fell 75-62 on Wednesday night at Curry Arena. The Royals drop to 8-16 overall and 2-11 in ASUN action, while the Colonels improved to 17-9 and 7-6 in league play.

BY THE NUMBERS
- Kemia Ward was the standout performer for Queens, tying her career high with 16 points, matching her previous best set at North Alabama earlier this season. Ward also played a season-high 34 minutes.
- Guard Aylesha Wade added 14 points on an efficient 6-of-8 shooting night.
- Jermany Mapp chipped in with eight points in 28 minutes for the Royals.
- Indianapolis, Indiana native Kamara Mills made her first career start for Queens, contributing five points in 24 minutes of action.

NOTABLE MOMENTS
Queens started the game strong, taking a 19-18 lead after the opening quarter. The Royals maintained their momentum early in the second by getting to the free throw line. Kemia Ward was a force in the paint, scoring inside and getting to the free-throw line, helping Queens keep pace as the teams entered halftime tied at 30.

However, Eastern Kentucky took control in the third quarter, using a 21-13 scoring advantage to build an eight-point lead. The Colonels extended their lead in the fourth with a key 9-0 run, ultimately securing the win.

INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
- Kemia Ward now holds sole possession of ninth place for most blocks in a single season. The all-time individual season block record remains with Lacy Singletary, who recorded 85 blocks during the 2014-15 season.
- The Royals recorded their tenth game this season shooting over 70% from the free-throw line.

NEXT UP
Queens will travel to Nashville, Tenn., on Saturday, Feb. 15, for a rematch against Lipscomb. The Royals look to even the season series after falling to the Bisons 87-73 in their first matchup in Charlotte. Tipoff at Allen Arena is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.

SOCIAL MEDIA
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