LIMA, Ohio. - In a closely contested WHAC Conference basketball game held at The Garage in Lima, Ohio on December 6, 2025, the Lawrence Tech University womens basketball team, faced a tough challenge against the Northwestern Ohio Racers, ultimately falling with a final score of 72-67.

The game began with Northwestern Ohio taking an early lead, with the Racers' Sanaiiya Gray opening the scoring. Despite a strong three-pointer from Lawrence Tech's Sierra Robinson, the Racers maintained an 8-point lead for a significant portion of the first period, closing the quarter ahead at 20-14. LaChelle Moreland-Jo and Ella Haupert provided a much-needed offensive boost for the Blue Devils in the second period, helping tie the game at 29 all with Moreland-Jo's timely 3-pointer. The first half concluded evenly matched at 37-37.

During the third quarter, Kate Jacobs and Paetyn Miller stepped up for Lawrence Tech, making crucial baskets. However, Northwestern Ohio kept their edge, leading 59-57 by the end of the period, thanks to their effective fast break execution. The final quarter saw Northwestern Ohio solidify their lead, with their defense effectively containing Lawrence Tech's attempts to come back, securing the victory for the Racers.

Top performers for Lawrence Tech included LaChelle Moreland-Jo with 18 points, and notable contributions from Kate Jacobs and Ella Haupert in both points and rebounds. The Blue Devils showed strengths in three-point shooting and overall defense.

The Blue Devils are preparing to face Defiance College next on December 10, 2025, in Southfield, MI, aiming to improve their current season record of 2-7 and 1-3 in conference play.