DePaul University Athletics
DePaul University
2-5,0-0Big East
Loyola Chicago
2-5,0-0Atlantic 10
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Chicago | 16 | 8 | 14 | 23 | 61 |
| DePaul | 5 | 18 | 11 | 15 | 49 |
DePaul Offense Stymied in Setback Against Loyola Chicago
11/26/2025 1:51:00 PM | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
CHICAGO – DePaul women's basketball found itself in a physical, low-scoring matchup at Wintrust Arena on Wednesday, falling 61-49 to Loyola Chicago. The Blue Demons battled back from an early deficit with a strong second-quarter push, but consistent offense proved difficult to generate as DePaul was held to a season-low 49 points on 35-percent shooting from the floor.
Kate Novik and Meg Newman led DePaul with nine points each, with Novik adding eight rebounds and a game-high six assists. Redshirt-freshman Alayna West totaled eight points, four rebounds, three assists and three steals. As a team, the Blue Demons assisted on 90 percent of their made field goals, finishing with 18 assists on 20 baskets.
Loyola (2-5) had three players score in double figures, led by Alexa Kinas and Alex-Anne Bessette with 16 points apiece.
How It Happened
After knocking down the first bucket of the game, the Blue Demons struggled to find an offensive rhythm as Loyola used a 7-0 run to take a 9-5 lead midway through the opening quarter. A seven-minute scoring drought left DePaul trailing 16-5 at the end of the first.
DePaul (2-5) regrouped in the second quarter, opening with a 6-0 run sparked by a four-point play from West. The Blue Demons forced seven Loyola turnovers in the frame, and a sustained 10-0 surge pulled the halftime margin to just 24-23.
DePaul continued its defensive success early in the third quarter, holding Loyola to four points over the first seven minutes. Novik connected on a three-pointer to give the Blue Demons a 30-29 lead, their first advantage since 5-2, before Loyola closed the period ahead 38-34.
Newman powered the Blue Demons' offense early in the fourth, scoring nine points to trim the deficit to 54-49. However, Loyola closed the game on a 7-0 run as DePaul missed its final seven field goal attempts, sealing the 61-49 result.
Up Next
The Blue Demons hit the road Sunday to close out the month of November with a visit to five-time Ivy League champion Princeton. Tipoff from Jadwin Gymnasium is set for 12 p.m. CT, with coverage available on ESPN+.Â
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Ticket Information
Season tickets for the 2025-26 DePaul women's basketball season are on sale now, starting at just $115. Season ticket holders receive access to every game at Wintrust Arena and exclusive benefits. Secure your seats today at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Tickets.
Group ticket options are also available for parties of 10 or more, making it easy to bring your team, company or friends to a game. Explore all group ticket options at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Groups.
Flex plans, mobile passes and single-game tickets are also on sale. To stay up to date, sign up for DePaulAthletics email updates or text alerts.
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Follow the Blue Demons
For all the latest information on DePaul women's basketball, please visit DePaulBlueDemons.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Blue Demons on X, Instagram and Facebook.
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Ticket Information
Season tickets for the 2025-26 DePaul women's basketball season are on sale now, starting at just $115. Season ticket holders receive access to every game at Wintrust Arena and exclusive benefits. Secure your seats today at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Tickets.
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Group ticket options are also available for parties of 10 or more, making it easy to bring your team, company or friends to a game. Explore all group ticket options at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Groups.
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Flex plans, mobile passes and single-game tickets are also on sale. To stay up to date, sign up for DePaulAthletics email updates or text alerts.
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