KELOWNA – The Spartans hopped on the bus after their win Friday night and hit the road to cap off their regular season against the UBCO Heat. They ended it on a winning note, taking down the home team with a final score of 63-60

The Spartans led for the majority of the game, but fell behind late in the fourth quarter. Myrlaine Shelvey and Cassidy Buchanan each scored clutch buckets down the stretch to tie, and ultimately seal the win on the night.

Cassidy Buchanan (Aldergrove, B.C.) led the way on the offensive end, scoring 14 points, going 6-11 from the field. Myrlaine Shelvey (Langley, B.C.) and Moriah Jansen (Spallumcheen, BC) both had 12 points themselves. For the Heat, Tsuki Tsuzuki led the way with a game high 16 points. 

UP NEXT

The Spartans have ended their regular season, but will host a playoff game at the Langley Events Centre on February 14th, with the opponent still to be determined. Tip off is set for 8 p.m. (PT) and can be seen live on Canada West TV.
 

NOTABLE
 

• Trinity Western controlled the game offensively, edging UBC Okanagan 63–60 while shooting a more efficient 36.9% from the field compared to UBCO's 32.4%.

• Ball movement set the tone, as TWU recorded 18 assists, creating balanced scoring opportunities across the lineup.

• Defensive activity disrupted rhythm, with Trinity Western forcing 18 turnovers and turning them into timely points.

• Bench contributions provided stability, with 20 bench points helping maintain energy during key stretches.

• Interior play remained physical, as TWU scored 28 points in the paint, staying aggressive despite UBCO's size advantage.

• Game control was evident, with Trinity Western leading for 60.2% of the game and executing late to secure the win.

About Spartan Athletics

As official members of U SPORTS, the Spartans currently compete in 13 sports in the Canada West conference, including women's and men's soccer, volleyball, basketball, hockey, cross country, and track & field, as well as women's rugby sevens. TWU also competes as an independent team in men's rugby. Since TWU entered U SPORTS in 1999, the Spartans have won 14 U SPORTS team championships and 34 Canada West team championships.

About Trinity Western University

Recognized for quality, TWU has received seven consecutive A+ rankings for Quality of Teaching and Learning, holds three Canada Research Chairs, and wins national championships in U SPORTS. More importantly, lives are changed at TWU through its whole-person, Christ-centred approach to education. With a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, and adult degree-completion programs, TWU equips leaders of character and competence to make a positive impact in the lives of others.

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