OPENING TIP
Score: Queens 57 | Austin Peay 66
Records: Queens (8-18, 2-13 ASUN) | Austin Peay (11-5, 6-9 ASUN)
Location: F&M Bank Arena (Clarksville, Tenn.)

THE SHORT STORY
Despite a hard-fought effort, Queens University could not overcome Governors efficiency, falling 66-57 on the road Thursday night at F&M Bank Arena. Queens made several pushes throughout the game but couldn't capitalize late, allowing Austin Peay to pull away in the final minutes. With the loss the Royals dropped to 8-18 overall and 2-13 in ASUN play, while the Governors improved to 11-5 and 6-9 in league play.

BY THE NUMBERS
- Jordyn Weaver led the Royals with a game-high 24 points on 8-17 shooting, while also grabbing seven rebounds and recording two steals.
- Jermany Mapp was a key contributor from beyond the arc, knocking down 4 of 8 three pointers to finish with 14 points. Mapp also tallied four assists and one steal.
- Kemia Ward provided a solid presence in the paint, finishing with 10 points on 5-of-8 shooting while adding a block.

NOTABLE MOMENTS
Queens had several key moments throughout the game, keeping them within striking distance. In the second quarter, a 5-0 run, highlighted by a second-chance basket from Jordyn Weaver and a three-pointer from Ana Barreto, helped cut Austin Peay's lead to four at halftime.

The Royals carried that momentum into the third quarter, using a 7-0 surge led by Kemia Ward's inside scoring and a three from Jermany Mapp to pull within three points.

In the fourth quarter, Weaver sparked a late rally, scoring consecutive baskets, including a fastbreak layup off a steal, cutting the deficit to six. Mapp followed with a deep three-pointer to keep Queens within reach, but Austin Peay responded with strong defense and timely free throws to close out the 66-57 victory.

INSIDE THE BOXSCORE
- Jordyn Weaver recorded her third 20-plus point performance of the season, finishing with 24 against Austin Peay. She previously scored 22 points against Johnson & Wales and posted a season-high 26 points in a road game at Gardner-Webb.

NEXT UP
Queens returns home on Saturday for a 2 p.m. rematch against Stetson, looking to even the season series after falling 69-61 in the first meeting in DeLand. The matchup at Curry Arena will also serve as the Play4Kay game, presented by Atrium Health, with fans encouraged to wear pink in support of the cause. Fans can also purchase tickets in advance by visiting the Queens Athletics website.

SOCIAL MEDIA
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