Longwood at Virginia

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (Interstat) — The Virginia women’s basketball team delivered a dominant performance Thursday night, overwhelming Longwood 94-47 in a non-conference matchup at John Paul Jones Arena.

A crowd of 3,569 watched as the Cavaliers improved to 4-1 on the season, while the Lancers fell to 4-2.

Virginia seized control of the game immediately, erupting for 31 points in the first quarter. The Cavaliers’ offense was both efficient and explosive, building a 31-14 lead after the opening period and never looking back. The onslaught continued after halftime, with Virginia outscoring Longwood 30-6 in the third quarter to put the game completely out of reach.

Kymora Johnson, a Charlottesville native, led all scorers with 23 points in just 25 minutes of action. The 5-foot-7 guard also dished out four assists, orchestrating the Cavaliers’ high-powered attack.

She was complemented by a standout performance from Romi Levy, who recorded a double-double. The 6-foot-2 forward from Herzelia, Israel, scored 14 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and blocked two shots in 30 minutes of play. Her versatility was on full display as she facilitated the offense with a team-high 10 assists.

Virginia’s interior presence was anchored by Caitlin Weimar. The 6-foot-4 post player from Cortlandt Manor, New York, was a force on both ends of the court, scoring 15 points and pulling down a game-high 17 rebounds in just 17 minutes of action.

The Cavaliers’ depth was a significant factor, with Paris Clark, Jillian Brown and Gabby White each contributing nine points. Clark, a 5-foot-8 guard from the Bronx, New York, also tallied four assists, while Brown, from Grand Rapids, Michigan, added three.

Longwood was led by Jaci Bolden, who scored nine points. The 5-foot-7 guard from Conyers, Georgia, was the Lancers’ most consistent offensive threat. Otaifo Esenabhalu, a 6-foot-2 forward from Valdosta, Georgia, provided a defensive spark with two blocked shots.

The game was a stark contrast in offensive execution. Virginia’s ball movement and shot creation proved too much for the Lancers, who struggled to find any sustained rhythm after the first quarter. The Cavaliers’ defensive pressure forced numerous turnovers that fueled their transition game and contributed to the lopsided victory.

Virginia will next travel to Niceville, Florida, to face Northwestern State on Monday. Longwood looks to rebound on the road Monday against Mississippi.