Newport News, VA - The Regent Royals women's basketball team lost in their opening game of the EMAC tournament 49-44 to Newport News Apprentice School. The Royals played a fiercely contested matchup that saw five lead changes and three ties. Heading into the fourth down three, Regent fought to tie the game at 40 before a late run by the Builders sealed the game.

Royals Standouts-
Senior Kylie Mclendon found a way to contribute in all areas of the game scoring 11 points while grabbing seven rebounds and adding two blocks.
Junior Brooke Glisson had one of her most efficient shooting nights of the season, going 7-11 from the field for 16 points. She added 11 rebounds to pick up her fourth double-double of the season.

Team Notes-
The loss ends a hard-fought season in which the Royals competed game in and game out. Despite the difficult year, Coach Brian Wilson was proud of his team, saying " this group has handled it every step of the way, no excuses, no quit, and constant growth. We are ready to add more to the foundation that has been built and to continue to rise from here. "