Colonials Defeat Delaware State 69-53 for First Win of 2026-27 Season

Colonials Defeat Delaware State 69-53 for First Win of 2026-27 Season

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The Robert Morris women’s basketball team secured its first victory of the 2026-27 season on Sunday afternoon, defeating Delaware State 69-53 at the UPMC Events Center.

According to a report, the Colonials defeated Delaware State in Moon Township, Pa.

The offensive workload was distributed across the roster, with four different players scoring at least 10 points to fuel the victory. Ava Leroux led the way with a game-high 16 points, while Teigh Yeast contributed 14 points to the tally.

Meghan Murray recorded 13 points, a career-high for the junior guard, and Myriam Traore added 12 points.

The scoring efficiency was bolstered by performance at the free-throw line, where RMU converted 13 of 17 attempts, a 76.5% success rate.

Player Points Key Stat
Ava Leroux 16 2 steals, 1 block
Teigh Yeast 14 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals
Meghan Murray 13 4 assists, 2 steals

The foundation of the win rested on the Colonials’ ability to disrupt Delaware State’s ball handling. The RMU defense forced 29 turnovers throughout the contest, which directly translated into 28 points for the Colonials.

The Colonials also dominated the glass in crucial moments, securing 11 offensive rebounds. These extra possessions resulted in 16 second-chance points.

The game saw several shifts in momentum. RMU opened with a quick 7-0 lead following a Traore layup, but the Hornets responded with a 10-2 run to take the lead. Murray quickly answered with a three-pointer to reclaim the advantage for the Colonials.

A decisive stretch occurred in the second quarter when the Colonials went on a 12-1 run. This surge, capped by a three-pointer from Mackenzie Blackford, pushed the lead to 15 points and allowed RMU to enter halftime with a 44-31 advantage.

The Colonials maintained this control into the second half, extending their lead to 19 points early in the third quarter. Although the offense cooled slightly in the final period, the defense prevented Delaware State from closing the gap, with the Hornets never coming within 13 points of the lead.

The team will now turn its attention to a matchup with Eastern Michigan University.

That contest is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, at 6:00 PM at the UPMC Events Center. Fans can watch the game live via the ESPN+ streaming service.

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