DARTMOUTH, Mass. - Despite erasing a 19-point lead by Bridgewater State, the UMass Dartmouth women's basketball team fell but a score of 78-75. 

Trailing 47-28 early in the third quarter, the Corsairs managed to completely erase the Bridgewater lead. A 15-2 run brought the Corsairs within striking distance towards the end of the third quarter, setting up an exciting fourth quarter of play.

Rookie Ashya Dingle exploded for 23 points against the Bears, shooting 50% from the field (7-14). The Brockton native splashed four 3-pointers during the game and came down with six rebounds.

Dingle also led the team in blocks (2) and in steals (3).

Jillian Doherty finished just shy of a double-double collecting 12 points, and eight rebounds. Doberty matched Dingle's three steals.

Carly McDonald went 4-for-6 from the field tallying nine points. 

Captain Elizabeth Gresian came down with eight rebounds and added six points.

Freshman Chloe Grenway made two 3-pointers in an eight point performance.

The Corsairs are on the road for the first time this season, Saturday, November 14, against the Salve Regina Seahawks. Tip-off from Newport is set for 5pm.