Published Nov 15, 20251 minute readBasketball stock. STOCK IMAGE – RF Stock Photo by RF Stock /RF StockArticle contentThe Cape Breton Capers were defeated in Atlantic University Sport basketball action at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish on Friday night.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentIn women’s action, Cape Breton was downed 54-44 by the St. Francis Xavier.Article contentArticle contentShannon Neita had 11 points while Louise Rouse and Kristine Cooper, both off the bench, had 10 points each for the X-Women.Article contentKristen Taylor had a team-high 16 points while Lily Francois had 11 points and Amanda Cruickshank recorded eight points for the Capers.Article contentMeanwhile, in men’s action, Cape Breton was edged 96-95 by St. Francis Xavier.Article contentDJ Jackson had a game-high 26 points while Phoenyx Wyse had 19 points and Koat Thomas posted 12 points for the X-Men.Article contentStefan Anisko recorded 25 points while Oroma Bongomin dropped 17 points, and Tayshaun Thomas had 11 points, both off the bench, for the Capers.Article contentBoth Capers teams will return to the hardwood on Nov. 21 when they travel to Wolfville to play Acadia University. The women play at 6 p.m., followed by the men at 8 p.m.Article contentArticle content
UNIVERSITY BASKETBALL: Cape Breton Capers drop contests to St. Francis Xavier University
