Lucas Shines with Double-Double as Atlanteans Battle Hard in Home Opener Against UVI

Atlantis University's Women's Basketball team opened its season with a 61–38 loss to the University of the Virgin Islands. The Atlanteans started strong, leading 16–14 after the first quarter, but offensive struggles in the second half limited their scoring.

Forward Naire Lucas was the standout, recording 9 points and 16 rebounds, showing dominance in the paint and resilience on defense with two blocks and three steals. Destini Hill added 7 points on efficient shooting, while Yenisse Martin contributed 6 points and six rebounds. Maria Jose Quiroga provided leadership at point guard, recording six assists and keeping the offense organized.

Defensively, Atlantis showed effort and improvement. Rosmery Franco and Amaris Ramos combined for seven steals, highlighting the team's energy. Despite fatigue in the later quarters, AU's defense forced mistakes and held its own against UVI's inside game. While the Buccaneers capitalized on late turnovers to pull away, Atlantis displayed determination and teamwork. The Atlanteans' rebounding effort and emerging chemistry point to a team with promise. With players like Lucas leading the charge, AU's growth is evident, and their first win feels within reach.