BUIES CREEK, N.C. – Junior Ashley Bates scored 15 points to lead three in double figures as Hampton lost 52-46 to Campbell in a defensive struggle on Saturday.

After trailing at the half 20-17, Hampton still was down three at the 7:50 mark of the third following a pair of Lauren Carter free throws for a 23-20 deficit.  The Lady Pirates went on a 17-4 run over the next 5:41 to lead 37-27 after a free throw by Charlisa Jenkins with 2:09 remaining. 

In the fourth, Hampton held a 44-40 lead after a Kaylah Lupoe layup with 5:35 left.  From there, Hampton managed two points the rest of the way on a steal and layup by Bates with 2:06 left as Campbell closed the game on a 12-2 run to take the win.

Both teams struggled offensively as each team had one quarter hitting over 50% from the floor, but the rest of the game couldn't get over 33.3%.  Hampton's was in the third when they scored 20 points hitting 50% from the field, while Campbell improved each quarter and hit 50% in the final 10 minutes.

Lupoe added 12 points, six rebounds and three blocked shots, while Laren VanArsdale had 12 points, four rebounds and three steals for Hampton (8-8, 4-1).

No one was in double figures scoring for Campbell, but was benefitted by outscoring Hampton's bench 19-1.  Hayley Barber topped the Camels with nine points.

Hampton now visits Rock Hill, SC to take on Winthrop on Tuesday night.

For more information on Hampton University women's basketball, please contact the Office of Sports Information at 757-727-5757 or visit the official Pirates website at www.hamptonpirates.com.