Salt Lake City, UT - The Westminster Griffins Women's Basketball team kicked off their conference season with a challenging matchup against the Regis Rangers on Friday night at the Behnken Field House. Despite a spirited effort, the Griffins fell short, succumbing to a 76-59 defeat.

The visiting Rangers, led by Athena Saragoza's stellar performance with a game-high 17 points, showcased their offensive prowess throughout the contest. The Griffins, however, were not without their standout moments.

Jaycee Lichtie emerged as a bright spot for the Griffins, leading the team in scoring with 17 points and contributing four rebounds. Elizabeth Means and Maunayia Harrigfeld also made significant contributions, each adding nine points to the Griffins' tally.

The game, though ending in a loss for the Griffins, demonstrated their resilience and individual performances that bode well for the challenges ahead in the conference.

Looking to bounce back, the Griffins will be back in action tomorrow night, facing the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:00 PM, and fans eager to support the team can purchase tickets on WestminsterGriffins.com.

Stay tuned for more exciting matchups and follow the Griffins as they navigate through their conference campaign.