The No. 5 Gannon women's basketball team stormed out to a 34–5 lead in the opening quarter and never looked back in a 90–37 victory over Davis & Elkins. The Golden Knights dominated from start to finish inside the Highmark Events Center, improving to 3–1 overall while Davis & Elkins dropped its season opener to Gannon.
THE GAME FACTS
Final Score: Gannon 90, Davis & Elkins 37
Records: Gannon (3–1), Davis & Elkins (0–1)
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Location: Highmark Events Center – Erie, Pa.
THE KNIGHT CAP
- Fast Start Sets the Tone
Gannon exploded for 34 first-quarter points while holding Davis & Elkins to just five, shooting 52% in the opening frame.
- Balanced Scoring
Three Golden Knights reached double figures, highlighted by 14 points from Kate Ratliff (Canal Winchester, Ohio/Canal Winchester) and 13 from Jordan Popyk (Novi, Mich./Novi).
- Dominance in the Paint
The Golden Knights outscored the Senators 50–20 inside and grabbed 66 rebounds to control the interior.
- Bench Production Shines
Gannon's reserves combined for 45 points, continuing the program's depth-driven identity.
- Creating Offense from Defense
Gannon forced 24 turnovers and turned them into 25 points off turnovers, helping the Knights break the game open early.
- Extra Opportunities
Gannon dominated the offensive glass and produced 24 second-chance points, extending possessions throughout the night.
- Wheatley & Slater Control the Boards — bringing a little down-under grit to the glass.
The duo combined for 17 rebounds, powering Gannon's +39 rebounding advantage.
Up Next
Gannon wraps up the Atlantic Region Challenge on Sunday at
4 p.m. against Charleston (WV). Earlier in the event, Charleston defeated Slippery Rock,
64–52, in both teams' season opener.
