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Los Angeles, CA – The Occidental women's basketball team traveled to Claremont, CA for their second SCIAC match of the season. CMS was a tough competition to go up against, but the Tigers were able to hold their own. Unfortunately, it was not enough to return to Eagle Rock with the win. After coming close in all four quarters, the final score ended up being 50-67, Athenas.

Although the Tigers didn't get the win, they still played their best and were able to gain some points against the Athenas. Paige Yasukochi led the Tigers with 11 points while Amaia McCoy and Alegria Lopez were working with 6 rebounds. Overall, the Tigers are continuing to work together to create success for each other and their team.

The Athenas were aggressive and skilled, allowing them to secure the win. Renee Chong in particular was unstoppable on the court. Chong earned 18 points for CMS.

The Tigers are back in Claremont on Tuesday, December 6 to compete against Pomona-Pitzer 7:00 p.m.