IRVINE, California – A late-game 13-1 run surged the Vulcans to within striking distance, but the Golden Eagles managed to cling on with free throws as the Hawai'i Hilo Women's Basketball team fell to Concordia University Irvine, 62-55, Tuesday evening in Pacific West Conference action at the CU Arena.

The Vulcans opened the top of the second half down by 17 on the scoreboard and clawed their way back to within 10 points with 10 minutes remaining. Scoring was stagnant until the game clock passed the five-minute mark when Kaile Cruz hit a layup then forced a turnover with Kamalu Kamakawiwoole converting a three-point play on the end for a quick five points.

Hawai'i Hilo thrice got within four points — on a Keirstyn Agonias steal and score, a Jazmine Soto 3-pointer and two free throws by Cruz — but the Golden Eagles responded each time to hold on for the victory. CUI scored 11 of its 15 fourth-quarter points by sinking shots at the charity stripe.

It was the second consecutive game the Vulcans found the hot stroke late in the game, shooting 6 of 8 down the final stretch against the Golden Eagles.

In contrast, CUI outscored Hawai'i Hilo a combined 24-4 (10 of 16 from the field) through the latter half of both the first and second quarters of Tuesday's contest.

UP NEXT

Hawai'i Hilo moved to a 4-6 overall record (1-3 PacWest) while CUI moved to 3-3 in conference play (5-7 overall). The two teams will meet again Feb. 10 at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.

The Vulcans continue on in Southern California taking on Azusa Pacific (Jan. 4) and Point Loma (Jan. 6).

Hawai'i Hilo will return to the Big Island to host Dominican (Jan. 11) and Academy of Art (Jan. 15).

SEASON TICKETS

Single-game and season tickets are now available to be purchased online through Hawai'i Hilo Vulcans Athletics' recently launched online ticket platform in partnership with AudienceView Campus.

The 2023-24 slate will feature 28 total home contests at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium with a package price of $130 for adults and $65 for seniors (ages 65-plus) and middle/high school students.

Both can be accessed at HiloAthletics.com/tickets.

VIDEO STREAM PACKAGES

The Hawai'i Hilo Men's Basketball team will have 14 home games available to be viewed online through our video stream broadcasts in partnership with Out of the Sea Media Arts Inc.

Single-game viewing will be priced at $10 with a season-package offering of $105.

More information is available at HiloAthletics.com/LiveStream.