Box Score SPOKANE, Wash. – Whitworth University limited Pacific Lutheran women's basketball to 32.1 percent shooting for the game as the Lutes fall 81 –57 in Spokane.
 
The Lutes fall to 4-4 (11-5 overall) rushed out to a 15-13 lead early but the Pirates (4-4 NWC) battled back, taking a 44-23 advantage at the halftime break. Whitworth would play with a lead the entire second half en route to the 24- point win.
 
"This road trip has exposed some things we need to improve on," said Head Coach Jennifer Childress. "Whitworth played a great game and we didn't match their intensity."
 
Madison Salisbury and MacKenzie Cooper led the Lutes with 12 points each, while Kristin Sturdivan and Anna Hurd each finished with six rebounds on the night.
 
"'I'm looking forward to getting back into practice and preparing for the second round of this conference. There is a stockpile of teams looking for a postseason opportunity. Every game night in this conference is so important to bring competitive focus and grit to the battle."
 
The Lutes are back in action Tuesday night for the Battle of the South Sound as the host Puget Sound at 6 p.m.  Saturday, January 26 is Lute Fest – a night honoring all Lute alumni, donors, parents, family, and friends with an alumni game, a reception, and a game tipping off at 4 p.m. For more information, visit golutes.com/LuteFest19