Despite a career-high 26 points from freshman Teniya Page, Penn State began it's trip to the west coast with an 81-73 defeat to Cal State Northridge Friday night.
Coming off a strong display against highly-ranked Tennessee and a dominant victory over Central Connecticut State, the Lady Lions hoped to keep the momentum rolling in their opening matchup of the Radisson Hotel Chatsworth Thanksgiving Tournament.
The Lions started slowly once again against the Matadors, a common theme to the young season for the youthful side.
The Matadors led after the first quarter 24-14 and at halftime 39-33.