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Nike
87
Winner Northwestern NWC 11-4, 7-2
48
Midland MIDLAND 1-14, 1-8
Winner
Northwestern NWC
11-4, 7-2
87
Final
48
Midland MIDLAND
1-14, 1-8
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 3 4 F
Northwestern NWC 27 21 25 14 87
Midland MIDLAND 12 22 6 8 48

Game Recap: Women's Basketball | | NWC Athletic Communications

Raiders Become Road Warriors with Convincing Victory

Fremont, Neb. - Northwestern defeated Midland 87-48 at the Wikert Event Center in Fremont, Nebraska, on Saturday.

Northwestern began the first quarter with strong offense, highlighted by Hali Anderson's opening layup. Anderson continued her impact, contributing a 3-pointer at the 5:16 mark and a series of defensive rebounds, ending the quarter with a total of 10 points. Ashtyn Wobig and Maren Nerem also made 3-pointers, helping the Raiders to a 15-point lead at the 1:22 mark. The Raiders' defense forced four turnovers and achieved three steals, capitalizing on the Warriors' struggles to maintain possession, which contributed to a 27-12 advantage by the end of the quarter.

During the second quarter, the Raiders maintained a strong performance, highlighted by Anderson's contributions with two successful free throws at the 9:56 mark and a layup at 4:36, contributing significantly to the team's 21-point total for the quarter. Molly Schany was effective at the free-throw line early in the quarter, converting both attempts to extend the lead. Despite the Warriors' efforts, including several 3-pointers, Anderson's 3-pointer with 1:06 left on the clock helped the Raiders keep their advantage as the quarter concluded.

In the third quarter, the Raiders maintained a strong offensive performance, scoring 25 points while holding the Warriors to just 6. Lexie Van Kekerix, Schany, and Piercy each contributed significantly, with Schany showcasing consistent scoring, including a layup at 2:00. Anderson facilitated the offense with key assists, and the team capitalized on turnovers, extending their lead to 33 points at one point in the quarter.

The Raiders maintained a strong performance in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Warriors 14-8. Piercy hit a 3-pointer at 5:12, assisted by Anderson, contributing to a notable scoring run. Nerem and Jenna Kluxdal each added layups, helping to build a significant lead, while Akaysa Duitscher closed the quarter with a 3-pointer, assisted by Maddie Pottebaum, securing the visitors' advantage. The Raiders' defense was marked by multiple defensive rebounds from Schany and Nerem, helping to limit the Warriors' scoring opportunities.

Northwestern Top Performers

Hali Anderson
- 24 points
- 9/12 FG
- 4 steals
- 6 assists

Allison Piercy
-15 points
- 5/7 FG
- 3 Three pt FG
- 2 steals

Molly Schany
- 12 points
- 10 rebounds
- 4/4 FT

Up Next: The Raiders will be back home on Wednesday January 8th to take on Dakota Wesleyan at 6 PM.
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