The Waterloo Warriors stepped onto the court Wednesday evening, determined against the Carleton Ravens in a crucial OUA playoff match up. Despite their relentless effort, the Warriors couldn't overcome Carleton's offensive pressure, falling 89-57.

Carleton came out strong, establishing an early lead, but Waterloo stayed aggressive by generating fouls and converting on free throws. However, the Ravens' efficient scoring allowed them to build a 25-15 advantage by the end of the first quarter.

In the second, the Warriors pushed back with Kiran Chadwick-Rupp (Victoria, BC) controlling the boards to maintain key possessions, while Rafael Llorin (Cambridge, ON) hit timely shots to keep the team in the fight. Waterloo created strong offensive chances, proving they weren't backing down with plenty of basketball left to play.

Elijah Idehen (Milton, ON) brought a spark in the third quarter, making a key impact with rebounds and scoring. However, Carleton tightened up defensively, making it difficult for the Warriors to find rhythm. The Ravens continued to push offensively and extended their lead heading into the final quarter of play.

Isaiah McRae (Burlington, ON) provided energy in the fourth with key steals and baskets, but Carleton's defensive intensity remained high. The Warriors fought until the final buzzer, but the Ravens' strong showing earned them an 89-57 victory.