WASHINGTON - The Georgetown University women’s basketball team defeated the University of Delaware Blue Hens (19-13), 67-57, Friday evening in the first round of the Women’s National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) at McDonough Arena. With the victory the Hoyas improve to 16-15 on the season and advance to the second round of the tournament for the first time since 2009. Georgetown will host Duquesne University on Monday evening in the next round.
Senior forward Cynthia Petke (Yaounde, Cameroon/-/Chipola College) led the way tying her career high with 26 points as well as seven rebounds and five assists.