FROSTBURG, Md. — West Virginia State women's basketball faced a challenging road contest at Frostburg State on Saturday, falling 98-73 in a Mountain East Conference matchup at Bobcat Arena.

The Yellow Jackets (5-2, 2-2 MEC) held their own early, leading 19-18 after the first quarter, but the Bobcats (6-3, 3-1 MEC) surged ahead with a dominant second quarter, outscoring WVSU 29-13. Frostburg State's Emilee Weakley proved unstoppable, pouring in a game-high 40 points on 14-of-24 shooting and adding 10 free throws.

WVSU displayed resilience in the second half, with freshman Shanley Woods contributing 11 points, including three 3-pointers. Kenly Rogers added 10 points and three assists, while senior Emyah Fortenberry notched nine points and 10 rebounds. However, the Yellow Jackets' efforts were undone by Frostburg's efficient shooting (54.5% from the field) and their own turnover struggles, committing 26 giveaways that led to 29 Bobcat points.

Despite the loss, WVSU excelled on the boards, with Fortenberry anchoring the effort and the team out-rebounding Frostburg 40-39. Hallie Bailey's four steals also highlighted the Yellow Jackets' defensive intensity.

West Virginia State will look to bounce back in their next contest when they travel to Wheeling on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 5:30 p.m.