Women's Basketball | 12/4/2021 6:24:00 PM
Box Score Photo by Jakob Komel
McPherson, Kan. – The McPherson College women's basketball team played their 4th game in seven days on Saturday, hosting the York College Panthers. The Bulldogs looked a little weary, but were able to do enough to come away with the victory 77-66.
Over two-thirds of the Bulldogs points came from seniors Brittany Roberts and Maison Moseley. The Dynamic duo combined for 43 points in 29 minutes played.
The Bulldogs scored the first four points of the game, but then allowed the Panthers to go on a 7-0 run. They battled back, but at the end of the period trailed York 14-13. They had a big second quarter offensively, outscoring the Panthers in the period 21-12 and taking an eight point lead into the break, 34-26.
The second half was nearly dead even. The Bulldogs led by as many as 16 points in the third quarter, and 14 points in the fourth, but were struggled to put the Panthers away. In the end, they were able to weather the runs by the Panthers and settle for an 11 point win.
Key Statistic
The Bulldogs like to get out and run, pushing the tempo whenever they can. On Saturday they did a nice job of scoring in transition, tallying 21 fast break points to just six for the Panthers.
By the Numbers
The Bulldogs shot 40% from the floor, making 31 of 71 attempts. They struggled again from behind the three point arc, making just 2 of 12 (17%).
From the free throw line they were 13-22 (59%).
Roberts scored 25 points, and Moseley added 18 to lead the Bulldogs in scoring.
MC won the turnover battle 12-22, but were out-rebounded by the Panthers 42-41.
Bulldog Leaders
Points: Brittany Roberts (25)
Rebounds: Brittany Roberts (21)
Assists: Dy'mond McElrath (6)
Steals: Victoria Ates (4)
Blocks: Brittany Roberts (2)
Coach Quote
"The end of a three game week is always a little sloppy. Playing two tough games early in the week I kind of expected a bit of a letdown. Brittany and Maison did the heavy lifting on the offensive end, but we got contributions by everyone. Dy'mond played a great all-around game and continues to be that engine for us. Now we take some time to rest up before next Saturday." – Coach Nichols
Next Up
With the win, the Bulldogs are now 7-4 on the year and 4-3 in KCAC play. They get some much needed time off, before playing again next Saturday, on the road at Oklahoma Wesleyan University. Tip-off in Bartlesville is slated for 5:00 pm.
