LAKE WALES, Fla. – Warner Women's Basketball wrapped up the Warner Classic on Saturday afternoon with a determined performance against Culver-Stockton College, falling 54–42 inside the Turner Athletic Center. The Royals competed wire-to-wire on the final day of the tournament, highlighted by strong defensive stretches as they continue to build momentum moving forward.
Julia Gilbert led Warner offensively, scoring 11 points on 4-of-9 shooting from the field. Gilbert connected on three three-pointers, accounting for much of the Royals' perimeter scoring.
On the boards, Carissa Marthy paced the Royals with 9 rebounds, continuing her consistent presence in the paint.
The Royals shared the ball throughout the contest, as Aleyna Sherman, Cameron Tripp, Chanelle Harrison, and Samaria Sims each recorded one assist. Sherman also led the defensive effort with 2 steals, helping generate extra possessions.
As a team, Warner shot 31.3% (15-48) from the field and 41.7% (5-12) from beyond the arc, while finishing 7-of-12 (58.3%) at the free-throw line. Despite strong perimeter efficiency, the Royals were unable to convert consistently inside.
Warner now turns its focus to the next road challenge to close out the calendar year.
Game Leaders – Warner University
Points: Julia Gilbert – 11 (4-9 FG, 3-8 3PT)
Rebounds: Carissa Marthy – 9
Assists: Sherman, Tripp, Harrison, Sims – 1 each
Steals: Aleyna Sherman – 2
Up Next:
The Royals travel to Alabama to face the University of Mobile on December 30, 2025, with tipoff scheduled for 12:00 PM.
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