YORK - York University wasn't able to pick up the win on Wednesday night in their first game of 2023. The Panthers fell to Friends at home 61-52.
York was outmatched in the post all night and didn't have an answer for the Falcons' Taylor Jackson who finished with 14 points and 13 rebounds.

Key Statistics
York shot just under 54% from the floor in the first quarter, but struggled the final three periods shooting under 34% the rest of the night.

The Falcons controlled the paint with a plus-10 margin inside the lane.

The Panthers shot 33% from the free-throw line as they led eight points there making just 4-12.

By The Numbers
Kiara Pesina was the only Panther to score in double figures. York did outrebound the Falcons with a 43-38 advantage.

York struggled to hold onto the ball as they turned it over 17 times on the night.

Panthers Leaders

Points: Kiara Pesina (10)

Rebounds: Imani Honey (13)

Assists: Imani Honey (3)

Steals:Jess McGrath (2)

York hosts Kansas Wesleyan on Saturday in another KCAC matchup. The Panthers look to get back to .500 in conference play as they currently sit at 4-5.
The game on Saturday is scheduled for a 6:00 p.m. tip.