Lawrence Tech University Women’s Basketball Faces Setback in WHAC Contest Against Madonna

In a challenging WHAC Conference basketball game on December 13, 2025, the Lawrence Tech University Blue Devils faced a tough opponent in Madonna University. The game took place in Livonia, Mich., where the Blue Devils hoped to improve their season record but fell short with a final score of 65-48 in favor of Madonna.

The game started with optimism for the Blue Devils, with an early lead initiated by a three-pointer from Sydney Garon, assisted by Kate Jacobs. The first period showed a strong start from Lawrence Tech, including multiple successful plays like a pivotal layup by LaChelle Moreland-Jones taking the lead to 5-0. The first period ended tied at 10-10, keeping hopes alive for the Blue Devils. In the second period, continued efforts from Lawrence Tech briefly led the game with a 7-point lead, primarily due to the offensive push by players like Kate Jacobs. However, the half ended with Madonna ahead, 28-23.

The third period proved difficult for the Blue Devils as Madonna's Lizzy Liedel dominated the court with exceptional three-point shooting, leading to a significant 18-point lead by period's end. Defensive challenges and turnovers added to Lawrence Tech's struggles, leaving the score at 47-31 in favor of Madonna. The final period saw Madonna reaching their most significant lead of 26 points. Despite a series of offensive rebounds and defensive efforts by Lawrence Tech, the final score did not tilt in their favor.

Key players for the Blue Devils included Kate Jacobs, who led her team with 16 points, and Liv Linden, who was significant both defensively and on rebounds. Despite today’s result, Lawrence Tech looks ahead to their next game against Cornerstone University on December 17, 2025, in Southfield, MI, striving to turn their 3-8 season record around.