Hastings, NE - Northwestern College traveled to Nebraska but suffered a ranked loss to Hastings College (20-6) 101-92 on Saturday.
The Raiders opened the first quarter with a strong start, taking an early lead with a 7-3 advantage.
Hali Anderson contributed significantly with back-to-back jumpers, extending the lead to 11-3. The Red Raiders maintained momentum with efficient scoring and ball movement, closing the quarter with a 26-21 lead. In the second quarter, the Broncos gained an early advantage with a lead at the 9:54 mark, but the Raiders responded at the end of the quarter, leveling the score at 46. Despite multiple turnovers and fouls, the Raiders maintained competitive momentum, highlighted by
Ashtyn Wobig's consecutive scoring plays in the final minutes, closing the quarter with a 20-point contribution. The Broncos managed to maintain a slight edge, ending the quarter with 25 points.
The Raiders briefly led early 49-46 in the second half, but the Broncos quickly responded, and the teams exchanged leads.
Hali Anderson made significant contributions with three three-pointers, helping to keep the score close. Despite Anderson's efforts, the Raiders trailed at the end of the quarter, finishing with a quarter score of 24 to the Broncos' 29. In the fourth quarter, the Raiders made a push against the Broncos, with
Hali Anderson contributing significantly by scoring multiple jump shots.
Molly Schany also kept the Raiders competitive with key defensive rebounds and scoring, including tying the game at 81. Despite these efforts, the Broncos maintained their lead, bolstered by free throws and a three-pointer from Ann Bose, eventually securing a 101-92 victory.
Game Notes
- Hali Anderson tied a career high of 28 points
- In back to back road games, Ashtyn Wobig has scored 20+ points
- Northwestern gave up 100+ points for the first time all season
- 7 of the Raiders' 9 losses have included 15+ turnovers
Up Next: Northwestern travels for their final regular season road game to Sioux City to take on #5 Briar Cliff on Wednesday, February 19th at 6:00 PM.