Radford, VA. In a challenging basketball showcase, the Bluefield University Rams took on the NCAA Division I Radford Highlanders at the Dedmon Center in Radford, VA, on December 29, 2024. Despite their best efforts, the Rams fell to a dominant Radford team, concluding the game with a 58-102 loss.

For the Rams, standout performances came from Ashanti Northcross, who led the team with 14 points. Lina Pagan and Destiny Long added eight points each, with Pagan making her presence felt defensively with seven rebounds.

Despite the tough outcome, the Rams showcased resilience and determination against a higher-division opponent. This experience provides valuable lessons as Bluefield University looks to improve on both ends of the court.

They now turn their focus to the next match-up against Shawnee State University on January 1, 2025, where they hope to start the new year with a strong performance and positive momentum.