Newport News, Va. – The Meredith basketball team traveled to Christopher Newport to take on the #9 nationally-ranked Captains in a USA South conference game. The Captains sailed to a 90-55 victory.

Meredith held an early lead in the game at 15-16 with 10 minutes left in the first half. Christopher Newport then went on a run and did not lose the lead the rest of the way. The Captains held the 40-29 halftime advantage.

Meredith was led with double-digit scoring from Brittany Cornelius and Megan Rahn who both scored 13.

Meredith next travels to Ferrum on Tuesday.