By: Maggie Tifft, Assistant Sports Editor
After two losses on the road at the beginning of the season, the Canisius Women’s Basketball team headed back to Pennsylvania in search of their first win.
The first two games resulted in tough losses, but highlighted the quick turnaround and strong effort this team has. Head Coach Tiffany Swoffard acknowledged the first game jitters she anticipated, but also emphasized the group’s strong grit to play an entire game and not give up.
“I would say that in terms of the effort and the competition, we won that battle, and I was extremely proud of how we responded and how we settled in,” explained Coach Swofford. With the season just beginning it is important for the Griffs to maintain their composure and effort no matter the opponent, according to Coach Swoffard. “Throughout the season we do have at least a starting point – a home base to go back to to say we've already been in this position. That won't be the last time that we have a challenging first quarter,” continued Coach Swoffard.
With the Griffs’ next contest against the Saint Francis Red Flashes on Friday, Nov. 15, the coaching staff has been going all out in practice this week to prepare the team for any and all circumstances. With this mid-major matchup, the team faces an 0–3 team who lost 80–60 to NJIT in their lone home game of the season thus far.
Friday’s 11 a.m. tipoff is dedicated to the kids in the community, so with lots of noise and cheers it can get rowdy. “They're just screaming, and so I'm excited to see how we respond. You know, we've had the music playing in practice all week. We'll continue to keep the music playing in preparation for the chaotic noise,” says Coach Swofford.
After their final trip in a three-game away streak, the Griffs return home to host two local rivals, St. Bonaventure and University at Buffalo. Coach Swoffard and the team’s first game at the Koessler Athletic Center will be against the Bonnies on Nov. 19 at 6 p.m.
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