(Carlisle, Pa.) – The Dickinson women's basketball team had a tough outing against visiting Messiah on Wednesday night, falling 69-34. Sophomore forward Gillian Glackin led the way for the Falcons with a double-double, scoring game-highs of 19 points and 13 rebounds.

The Falcons struck first, scoring back-to-back field-goals before senior Liz Schultz knocked-down a three-pointer to cut the lead to 4-3.

Messiah went on a 10-0 run with strong play from Glackin and a three-pointer by Sienna Wisse. The Falcons continued to build on the lead throughout the first half, taking a 36-14 advantage into the break.

The Red Devils struggled from the field in the first half, shooting just 17 percent. Messiah held a 9-1 edge in points off turnovers and outrebounded the Devils, 26-15.

The second half saw improvement from the Devils, but Messiah would continue to stretch the margin with solid defense and strong free throw shooting. The Falcons converted 14-of-16 from the charity stripe in the second half, finishing 26-of-31 for the game (83.9%).

First-year Myonie Williamson came off the bench to spark the Red Devils, scoring seven points and grabbing four rebounds to go with two assists. Classmate Kassidy Lesher had a strong performance as well, scoring six points and controlling six rebounds on the night.

Sophomore Mary Martin added six rebounds while Schultz tallied five points and four rebounds.

Jen Fairbanks reached double-figures for Messiah (5-4) as well, scoring 16 points and controlling eight rebounds. She went 8-for-10 from the foul line while Glackin finished 9-for-11 from the line, adding three steals and a pair of blocks.

The Red Devils slip to 2-7 overall. They return to action in the Kline Center on Friday night, hosting Bryn Athyn at 7:00 pm.