Kansas City women’s basketball dropped to a 2-1 record on Monday evening following an 89-81 road loss to Arkansas at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
The Roos jumped out to an early advantage, trading baskets with the Razorbacks to claim a 25-22 lead after the opening quarter. However, Arkansas shifted momentum in the second period by outscoring Kansas City 29-17, building a 51-42 cushion by halftime.
Kansas City mounted a strong second-half effort, producing 19 points in the third quarter to narrow the deficit to 66-61 heading into the final frame. The Roos kept up the pressure down the stretch, pulling within four points at 76-72 with just over five minutes left on the clock, but the Razorbacks managed to hold on for the victory.
Elauni Bennett paced the Roos with 14 points and 10 rebounds, securing her first double-double of the season. Emani Bennett and Chrishawn Coleman each contributed 13 points, while Talasia Thomas added nine points alongside a team-high 11 rebounds.
Avery Hurst and Micaela Carter chipped in 10 points apiece for Kansas City. Thomas also made an impact on the defensive end, tallying three blocks and three steals.
As a team, the Roos shot 48.4% from the field and capitalized inside by scoring 44 points in the paint. On the other side, Arkansas was powered by Kyiah Prestridge with 18 points and Whitley Rogers with 17 points.
Following this road defeat, Kansas City prepares to return home on Friday, November 13th, to host Southeast Missouri at the Swinney Center with tipoff scheduled for 7 PM.
