DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 11, 2019) -- Ayonna Williams scored 21 points, posted five rebounds and three steals in Howard's 76-63 loss to Bethune-Cookman University (BCU) tonight in Moore Gym.
The loss shifts Howard's record to 13-10 overall and 6-4 in the MEAC. BCU improves to 14-9, 7-4 MEAC.

The Bison got off to an early lead in the first quarter. A three-pointer by Jayla Thornton put the Bison on the board. At the end of the first period, Howard led by six, 17-11.

The Wildcats surpassed the Bison in the second quarter, shooting 43 percent from the field. Comparatively, Howard shot 30 percent, ending the quarter down by five. The comeback pushed the momentum BCU's way going into halftime.

The two teams were going shot for shot in the third quarter until the Wildcats went on a 15-0 run that began at the 4:21 mark. From the third to the fourth quarter, the Bison were scoreless for nearly eight minutes. A layup by Imani Bryant broke the drought.

Krislyn Marsh was leading with nine rebounds for the Bison before fouling out with 1:39 remaining in the fourth quarter. The Wildcats went on to win by double digits.

Angel Golden led the Wildcats with 26 points, eight rebounds and three steals. Amaya Scott had a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.

Sarah Edmond contributed ten points, four rebounds, two assists, a block and a steal for the Bison.

Howard will host North Carolina A&T State on Saturday in Burr Gym at 2 p.m.

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The Howard University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 19 NCAA Division I men and women varsity sports. The programs represent six conferences: the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), Coastal Collegiate Swimming Association (CCSA), Sun Belt Conference, Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) and Atlantic Sun (ASUN) Conference. Visit www.hubison.com to learn more.