KANSAS CITY, Mo - Southwestern (0-6, 0-2) struggled to keep their rhythm at Avila (1-5, 1-1), falling 49-68.

The Builders found themselves only down five, 8-13 after the first quarter.

But the Southwestern offense faced difficulties, shooting 24.1% from the field and 18.5% from beyond the arc.

And playing from behind, the Builders were forced to extend their defensive pressure, allowing Avila to escape with uncontested shots late. Southwestern was also out rebounded 36-48.

Christy Wiebe emerged as a standout performer, with 15 points and seven rebounds.

Saylee Smith added five points. Off the bench, Allyson Jackson had seven points, three rebounds.

Kennedy Ford and Saylee Smith tried to ignite their team's offense, combining for 7 points, while Ayanna Williams added 7 rebounds to her credit.

The Builders will be back at home, Wednesday, Nov. 29, 6 pm at Historic Stewart Field House against Sterling College (1-4, 1-1).