Overtime Heartbreak: Shorewomen’s 5-Point Collapse to Owls Leaves Fans in Shock! What Went Wrong?

Bryn Mawr, PA - The Washington College Shorewomen faced a tough challenge against the Bryn Mawr Owls on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in a closely contested conference matchup that ultimately led to overtime. Despite leading for most of the game, the Shorewomen fell short, losing 73-68 in a dramatic turnaround that marks a significant victory for Bryn Mawr, their first conference win since 2008.

The Shorewomen started strong, initially leading 6-4 with just over four minutes remaining in the first period. A pivotal moment occurred when Emma Robinson, facing heavy defensive pressure, passed to Ellie Carter-Soriano, who sank a three-pointer to extend their lead to 9-4. As the game progressed, Robinson continued to demonstrate her skill, putting the Shorewomen ahead with a fast break layup to make it 13-11.

By the end of the first half, the Shorewomen had established a solid lead of 28-19, fueled by a three-pointer from Abby Meredith. However, the Owls began to rally in the second half, narrowing the gap significantly. With 6:55 left in the third quarter, Bryn Mawr came within three points of taking the lead. The Shorewomen responded with a 14-5 scoring run, ending the period with a 46-34 advantage.

As the fourth quarter unfolded, the tides began to shift. Just three minutes before the end of regulation, the Owls tied the game at 52-52. Both teams exchanged leads, but a clutch layup from Kaitlyn Boggs and another three-pointer from Meredith gave the Shorewomen a slender 57-56 lead with only 41 seconds left. However, a late surge from Bryn Mawr forced the game into overtime, where the Owls outscored Washington College 15-10, securing their victory.

For the Shorewomen, the standout players included Kaitlyn Boggs, who scored 24 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and Emma Robinson, who added 17 points along with 12 rebounds. The defeat leaves Washington College with a record of 6-9 overall and 1-4 in conference play.

Looking ahead, the Shorewomen will need to regroup quickly as they prepare for their next matchup against Muhlenberg on January 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM in Allentown, PA. The emotional toll of this hard-fought loss will undoubtedly serve as motivation as they aim to turn their season around.