By: Michael Hayeck | Manager Of Athletic Communications
Box Score SAINT LEO, Fla. — Saint Leo women's basketball dominated their lone game of the week with a 104-57 win over the Trinity College (Fla.) Tigers. The Lions were led Freshman Zoe O'Leary's dominant performance scoring 24 points, grabbing 16 rebounds, and blocking 5 shots.
First Quarter
Saint Leo set the tone early opening the game with strong interior play by O'Leary and aggressive defense. O'Leary controlled the paint from the opening tip, scoring multiple early baskets while also cleaning the glass. The Lions forced several turnovers that led to fast break opportunities, helping them establish momentum. While Trinity briefly answered with inside scoring of its own, Saint Leo's ball movement and rebounding kept the Lions in control. Saint Leo trailed 7-6 early but then closed the quarter on a late push to take an 18–11 lead, holding the lead until the end of the game.
Second Quarter
The Lions found their offensive rhythm in the second quarter, using pace and perimeter shooting to stretch the lead. Junior Olivia Agunzo sparked the surge with timely three pointers, along with sophomore Jocelyn Gagnon knocking down a key triple to cap a productive stretch. O'Leary continued to dominate inside, finishing through contact and protecting the rim defensively. Saint Leo shot efficiently for much of the quarter and consistently turned defense into offense. The Lions carried a 47–34 advantage into halftime after outscoring Trinity 29-23 in the quarter.
Third Quarter
Coming out of the half the flood gates opened on the lead as graduate student Paula Llovich score 8 points in 7 minuets, including a transition layups and a quick three. The Lions shot nearly 62 percent in the quarter and forced 12 turnovers that quickly ballooned the lead. Saint Leo's depth was also on display, with eight players scoring resulting in a commanding 79–48 lead headed into the fourth.
Fourth Quarter
The fourth quarter allowed the lead to extend even more, with freshman Jaileen Green scoring 10 points in the quarter to deliver the knockout punches. O'Leary capped her night with continued dominance on the boards, while Saint Leo's bench added valuable minutes and scoring. Freshman Jasmine Fajardo closed out the night with a layup inside to give the women's basketball team a 104-57 victory. This is the second largest margin of victory (47) and second time scoring over 100 point this season.
Saint Leo's dominance was reflected across the stat sheet, particularly in areas tied to effort, efficiency, and pace. The Lions generated 35 bench points and controlled the interior with 54 points in the paint, fueled by 27 offensive rebounds that led to 28 second chance points. Relentless defensive pressure forced 38 opponent turnovers, which Saint Leo converted into 46 points off turnovers and 43 fast-break points, all season highs. The Saint Leo posted 1.143 points per possession on 52.7 percent scoring efficiency, also season highs. 11 players scored and 10 posted assists, yet another display of teamwork and a well balanced offensive attack.
Saint Leo Stat Leaders
The women's basketball team is back in action next Thursday, Dec. 18 at home when they will play against Florida National University.
