Queens University of Charlotte
0-2,0-0ASUN
Vanderbilt University
2-0,0-0SEC
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens (NC) | 4 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 42 |
| Vanderbilt | 38 | 35 | 16 | 11 | 100 |
11/4/2026 11:32:00 PM | Women's Basketball
OPENING TIP
Score: Queens 42 | No. 8 Vanderbilt 100
Records: Queens (0-2, 0-0 ASUN) | Vanderbilt (2-0, 0-0 SEC)
Location: Memorial Gymnasium (Nashville, Tenn.)
THE SHORT STORY
The Queens University of Charlotte women's basketball team concluded its opening-week SEC road swing Wednesday evening, falling 100-42 to No. 8 Vanderbilt University inside Memorial Gymnasium. The Commodores established control early, building a commanding lead before halftime. Despite the deficit, Queens found more offensive success in the second half, outscoring Vanderbilt 31-27 over the final two quarters.
BY THE NUMBERS
- Ashantay Noble led the Royals with eight points and five rebounds.
- Makayla Minshall and Ahmani Klabunde each contributed six points, with Klabunde connecting on both of Queens' three-pointers.
- Breah Franks added six points off the bench on 3-for-4 shooting.
- Nykira Arrington recorded four points, four rebounds, three steals and two blocks.
NOTABLE MOMENTS
- Vanderbilt jumped ahead early, taking a 38-4 lead after the opening quarter before extending its advantage to 73-11 at halftime.
- Queens opened the fourth quarter with a 15-4 run, highlighted by a three-pointer from Klabunde and baskets from Ryan Davis, Arrington, Anisa Akinola and Minshall.
- The Royals outscored the Commodores 19-11 in the final quarter while committing just two turnovers.
INSIDE THE BOXSCORE
- Queens recorded 10 steals and three blocks, with Arrington leading the defensive effort.
- The Royals finished with 22 bench points and converted all six of their free throw attempts.
- Vanderbilt forced 36 Queens turnovers, converting them into 56 points.
NEXT UP
Queens returns to Charlotte for its 2026-27 home opener on Monday, Nov. 9, welcoming Carolina University to Curry Arena. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Be sure to follow Queens Women's Basketball on Twitter and Instagram for news and updates throughout the season. Fans are also encouraged to follow Queens Athletics on social media to stay up to date on all the Royals sports in action.
