DARTMOUTH, MA (November 8, 2026) – The King's College women's basketball team wrapped up its weekend at the LaFrance Hospitality Tournament on Sunday afternoon, falling to Suffolk University 59-54 at the Tripp Athletic Center. The Monarchs move to 0-2 on the season, while the Rams improve to 1-1.
First Year Kasey Weimer led the Monarchs with a team-high 16 points on 6-of-12 shooting in her second career collegiate game, while Claire Aufiero followed with 15 points and nine rebounds. Gabby Marsola added nine points and five rebounds, connecting on three shots from beyond the arc, while Tiffany Pecorella contributed eight points. Lillian Crabbs finished with six points, nine rebounds and two blocks.
The Monarchs got off to a slow start offensively in the opening quarter, as Suffolk held King's to 10 points while scoring 12 of its own. King's found its rhythm in the second quarter, outscoring the Rams 16-8 to take a 26-20 advantage into halftime.
Coming out of the break, Suffolk responded with a strong third quarter, outscoring King's 21-6 to erase the halftime deficit and take a 41-32 lead into the final period.
The Monarchs battled back in the fourth quarter, producing their highest-scoring period of the afternoon with 22 points. Despite the late offensive surge, Suffolk added 18 points of its own to hold off King's and secure the 59-54 victory.
King's held a 47-36 advantage on the glass, including 14 offensive rebounds, while shooting 20-of-55 (36.4%) from the field. The Monarchs also connected on five three-pointers and recorded four blocks.
The Monarchs will look to bounce back as they return to action following the LaFrance Hospitality Tournament. King's will aim to build on its strong rebounding efforts and fourth-quarter performance against Suffolk as the team continues its early-season non-conference schedule when Penn State Abington comes to town on Wednesday, November 11 at 6:00 p.m..
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