Richmond, VA – February 1, 2025 – The Lincoln University (PA) women's basketball team put up a fight but ultimately fell 60-48 to Virginia Union University. With the loss, the Lions drop to 9-12 overall and 5-6 in CIAA play.

Senior Anyssa Fields (Long Branch, N.J./Long Branch) led the Lions with 16 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 steals. Junior Kaziah Akinniyi (Baltimore, Md./Poly) added 11 points and 5 rebounds, while Anyia Gibson (Edgewood, MD/) provided a spark off the bench with 10 points and 4 rebounds.

Lincoln got off to a strong start, leading 14-10 after the first quarter, but Virginia Union responded with a dominant 18-9 second quarter to take control of the game. The Lions struggled offensively in the second half, shooting just 27.3% from the field and 20% from three-point range. Despite their efforts, Virginia Union capitalized on second-chance opportunities and points off turnovers to seal the win.

The Lions will look to bounce back in their next matchup against the College of Staten Island on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in Staten Island, NY.