‘Women’s Basketball’ CategoryPage 3
Gusties Stay Golden, Defeat Macalester 69-46
Gustavus women's basketball turned a slow start into a 23-point victory over Macalester Saturday afternoon, defeating the Scots 69-46 for their 11th-straight victory for a conference record of 16-2.
Bennies Can’t Contain Red-Hot Gusties
The No. 22 nationally ranked Gusties were nothing if not impressive Wednesday night. Scoring 83 points, the Gustavus women's basketball team rolled over Saint Benedict to complete the series sweep, improving to 15-2 in conference play and 18-2 overall.
Women’s Hoops Keeps Rolling, Defeats St. Scholastica 83-52
The Gusties — coming off two key conference victories and a national ranking the week before — put up 83 points en route to their league-leading 14th MIAC victory over St. Scholastica. Thanks to a double-double from Rachel Kawiecki, the Gusties defeated the Saints 83-52 to improve to 17-2 overall and 14-2 in conference play.
Benz Named MIAC Women’s Basketball Player of the Week
Grace Benz averaged 8.0 rebounds per game last week for the Gusties, as well as 2.5 steals per game and 11.5 points. Benz put up her best defensive performance against Augsburg on Saturday, posting two steals, three blocks, and tying her career-high in rebounds with 12. For her performance, Benz was named MIAC Women’s Basketball Defensive Player of the Week.
Women’s Hoops Wins Eighth Straight, Completes Sweep of Augsburg
Gustavus women's basketball, ranked No. 25 in the nation, won its eighth-straight game Saturday afternoon, defeating Augsburg 55-43, completing the MIAC sweep of the Auggies. With the win, the Gusties, who sit first in the conference, improve to 16-2 overall and 13-2 in conference play.
Gusties Pick Up Key Win Over Bethel, 66-53
The red-hot Gusties, having won six straight, faced a familiar foe on Wednesday night. After all, the Bethel Royals were one of two teams to defeat Gustavus this season, coming from behind to win the MIAC contest, 70-66. But the Gusties were determined to make sure history didn't repeat itself.
Sanders Named MIAC Women’s Basketball Player of the Week
Anna Sanders averaged 15.3 points per game, 5.7 rebounds, 3.3 steals per game, and added seven assists during the Gusties perfect week. Against Carleton, Sanders posted 17 points, eight rebounds - including seven defensive - and six steals. For her performance, Sanders was named MIAC Women’s Basketball Defensive Player of the Week.
Women’s Hoops Continues Winning Ways, Defeats Carleton 87-40
The Gusties defeated Carleton by 47, 87-40, rolling to their sixth win in a row to keep hold of the top spot in the MIAC.
Women’s Hoops Nets Season-High 91 Points Over St. Olaf
The Gustavus women's basketball put up a season-high 91 points against St. Olaf on Wednesday night, cruising past the Oles 91-44 for the MIAC victory. Four Gusties scored in the double digits, helping the team improve to 13-2 overall and 10-2 in the conference.
Dominant Women’s Hoops Downs Hamline 84-55
The Gustavus women's basketball team erupted for 84 points, downing Hamline 84-55 in its first of three games this week. With the win, the Gusties improve to 9-2 in the conference to share the top spot with Bethel.