TIFFIN -- On Senior Day, the Heidelberg University Women's Basketball fell to visiting Mount Union, 90-48. Prior to the contest, the team recognized a quintet of seniors for their contributions to the program and the university.
Heidelberg dropped to 3-20 overall while Mount Union improved to 12-11.
Morgan Altenburger led the Student Princes with 11 points and seven rebounds.
The Purple Raiders took control of the contest early, using a full court press to build a 20-5 lead after one. Mount, with four players in double figures, would go on to outscore HU in each quarter.
Ashley Ballard and
Kami Whiteaker each hit two 3-pointers in the contest.
Student Coach
Elisha Carter,
Chloe Gilbert,
Emma Keto, Ballard and Altenburger received a hearty round of applause during the pregame ceremony.
Heidelberg concludes the season with a pair of games on the road next week. They start at John Carroll on Wednesday, then wrap up the campaign at Wilmington on Saturday.