Women’s Basketball Falls to Division-1 Radford

Photo courtesy of Bluefield University’s Athletic Communications Department.

Bluefield University’s women’s basketball team faced a difficult matchup against Division-1 opponent Radford University, one of the top predicted teams in the Big South Conference, on November 4 at the Dedmon Center in a 128-24 loss. The margin was the largest victory in Radford’s history and a Dedmon Center record.

The Rams struggled to find their offense from the opening tip, scoring just three points in the first quarter as the Highlanders built a commanding 36-3 advantage. Bluefield continued to have difficulty against Radford’s pressure in the second quarter, entering halftime trailing 69-10.

The offensive struggles continued after the break, as the Rams managed just 14 points in the second half. Bluefield finished the contest shooting 16.3% (8-of-49) from the field. They committed 41 turnovers and 31 personal fouls. Radford capitalized on those mistakes, recording 58 points off turnovers and making 26 free throws, while also outrebounding the Rams 55-22.

Hannah Smith led Bluefield with six points, while Abby O’Quinn added five. Makaylan Luttrell contributed four points, and Zoey Snavely finished with three.

The Highlanders were led by Angelina Nice, who scored 25 points, while Jordan Richardson added 21.

Box Score: Women’s Basketball vs Bluefield Univ. on 11/04/26 – Box Score – Radford University Athletics