SPARKILL, N.Y. — Assumption defeated D'Youville, 63-43, at Aquinas Hall in a neutral-site matchup. Despite the loss, D'Youville's bench contributed 22 points, with a notable performance in the paint securing 16 points. Assumption capitalized on those turnovers, scoring 19 points off giveaways and controlling the paint with 32 points.

D'Youville opened the first quarter with a struggle to find their offensive rhythm against the Greyhounds. Xanthippi Karatasiou (Katerini, Greece / Kontariotissa) managed to break through with a layup at 6:46, assisted by Morgan Giancaterino (Orchard Park, N.Y. / Sacred Heart Academy), putting the home team on the board. Later, Samantha Ruhlman (Warren, Pa. / Warren Area) narrowed the gap with a 3-pointer at 1:02, cutting Assumption's lead. Despite this effort, D'Youville trailed 21-9 at the end of the quarter.

D'Youville faced a challenging second quarter as Assumption applied pressure, starting with a quick scoring burst. Alyssa Neumann (Silverdale, Wash. / Central Kitsap) opened scoring for D'Youville with a layup assisted by Molly O'Toole (Rochester, N.Y. / Aquinas Institute) at 9:44, but turnovers and missed opportunities hindered further progress. Aliviya Vallone Russell (Buffalo, N.Y. / Cardinal O'Hara) contributed with a layup at 6:14, yet D'Youville struggled to counter Assumption's fast breaks and inside scoring. Despite a late layup from Morgan Giancaterino, D'Youville trailed 39-18 at the end of the quarter.

D'Youville found momentum midway through the third quarter with Ava Pearson's (Colonia, N.Y. / Colonie) back-to-back 3-pointers, both assisted by Xanthippi Karatasiou, narrowing the gap to 47–28 at 3:41. Despite this surge, the Greyhounds maintained their lead through consistent scoring, including a late 3-pointer by Madison Handrahan with one second remaining. The quarter concluded with Assumption outscoring D'Youville 15–12, bringing the score to 54–30.

D'Youville opened the fourth quarter with a strong offensive display, highlighted by Ava Pearson's 3-pointer assisted by Aliviya Vallone Russell at 9:28. The home team continued their efforts with a jumper by Vallone Russell, extending their lead. Trinity Small (West Chester Township, Ohio / Purcell Main) contributed with a fast-break 3-pointer at 1:29, helping to maintain momentum in the final minutes. Despite the Greyhounds' attempts to catch up, D'Youville's defense, including a block and rebounds by Xanthippi Karatasiou, limited their opportunities. The game concluded with D'Youville securing a 63-43 victory.

Ava Pearson scored nine points, converting all three of her 3-point attempts, and added four rebounds. Xanthippi Karatasiou recorded four points and contributed defensively with two steals and one block. Molly O'Toole finished with four points, five rebounds, and two assists. Samantha Ruhlman added five points and collected four rebounds.