Weber State University Athletics
Thursday, November 20
Orem, UT
6:00 PM
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Wildcats fall to Wolverines in Orem
11/20/2025 8:19:00 PM | Women's Basketball
OREM, Utah - Weber State women's basketball fell 59-55 to the Utah Valley Wolverines this Thursday evening.
The Wildcats raced to an 11-2 advantage behind a dominant nine-point run courtesy of Lanae Billy and Antoniette Emma-Nnopu. Utah Valley countered with a 6-0 run to then cut the deficit to three, but a Billy jumper and Emma-Nnopu layup helped Weber State to close the first quarter ahead 15-10. The Wolverines opened the second quarter by tying the game at 15-15 and later burst ahead 21-17 with six straight points. However, Weber State battled back to reclaim the lead and end the half 27-26.
Coming out of halftime, Hannah Robbins knocked down a three to push the Wildcats ahead 30–28. Behind strong offensive and defensive play, Weber State capitalized at the free-throw line, putting up seven to carry a 43-41 lead headed into the final frame of gameplay. In the final quarter, an Emma-Nnopu layup kept the 'Cats close at 52-50. Utah Valley used a pair of free throws, but Emma-Nnopu continued to battle down low with another layup. In the final minute, Weber State fought to close the gap, but the Wolverines used three late free throws to secure the 59-55 finish.
Wildcat Stats
Antoniette Emma-Nnopu led the squad with 21 points and eight rebounds.
The Wildcats shot 40 percent from the field and 25 percent from the arc compared to the Wolverines 29.8 percent and 27.3 percent.
Utah Valley outperformed Weber State shooting 84.6 percent from the stripe to the Wildcats 66.7 percent.
Keeping up with the 'Cats
The Wildcats raced to an 11-2 advantage behind a dominant nine-point run courtesy of Lanae Billy and Antoniette Emma-Nnopu. Utah Valley countered with a 6-0 run to then cut the deficit to three, but a Billy jumper and Emma-Nnopu layup helped Weber State to close the first quarter ahead 15-10. The Wolverines opened the second quarter by tying the game at 15-15 and later burst ahead 21-17 with six straight points. However, Weber State battled back to reclaim the lead and end the half 27-26.
Coming out of halftime, Hannah Robbins knocked down a three to push the Wildcats ahead 30–28. Behind strong offensive and defensive play, Weber State capitalized at the free-throw line, putting up seven to carry a 43-41 lead headed into the final frame of gameplay. In the final quarter, an Emma-Nnopu layup kept the 'Cats close at 52-50. Utah Valley used a pair of free throws, but Emma-Nnopu continued to battle down low with another layup. In the final minute, Weber State fought to close the gap, but the Wolverines used three late free throws to secure the 59-55 finish.
Wildcat Stats
Antoniette Emma-Nnopu led the squad with 21 points and eight rebounds.
The Wildcats shot 40 percent from the field and 25 percent from the arc compared to the Wolverines 29.8 percent and 27.3 percent.
Utah Valley outperformed Weber State shooting 84.6 percent from the stripe to the Wildcats 66.7 percent.
Keeping up with the 'Cats
- The Wildcats will continue game play as they travel for two more in-state road matches against BYU and Utah.
- All home and Big Sky games will be streamed on ESPN+.
- To stay up to date with the women's basketball team, follow them on Instagram and X.
- The Weber State Athletics mobile app allows fans to quickly find results, schedules, rosters, and news. Available for iPhone and Android users, search "Weber State Wildcats" and download the app today!
Team Stats
Weber
UVU
FG%
.400
.298
3FG%
.250
.273
FT%
.667
.846
RB
33
38
TO
27
21
STL
10
15
Game Leaders
Pts
21
FGM
10
3FGM
0
FTM
1
Pts
15
FGM
6
3FGM
2
FTM
1
Pts
12
FGM
3
3FGM
3
FTM
3
Pts
3
FGM
1
3FGM
0
FTM
1
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