Box Score Columbus, OH- The Mercyhurst Women's Basketball team took on the Panthers of Ohio Dominican this afternoon and came away with their third straight victory, outscoring the Panthers 60-48. The Lakers are now 3-2 on the season and will enjoy the Thanksgiving Holiday before preparing for their next matchup on December 1st.
How it Happened:
The Lakers won the tip to start the game and Danielle Grim didn't waste any time getting the Lakers on the board, as she cashed in a three to give Mercyhurst an early lead. Jenna Van Schaik gave the Lakers positive minutes in the first quarter as well, knocking down a mid range jumper seconds into checking in. The Panthers used a lot of off ball action to find some easy buckets in the paint and were able to keep pace with Mercyhurst throughout the quarter. Bailey Kuhns once again led the team offensively in the opening quarter, helping the Lakers gain a 14-11 lead.
After extending their lead to as many as 5 in the second quarter, the Lakers saw it slip away, as the Panthers clawed their way back to take a small lead. Mercyhurst responded with under two minutes left in the half, as they then scored six unanswered points to end the half, taking a 27-23 lead.
Bailey Kuhns once again led the way in the half, despite constant attention from the Panthers. Kuhns tallied a team high 10 points. Danielle Grim chipped in with 8 points and 5 rebounds, while Paige Woodford provided sparks when needed as well, converting two long balls in the half.
Coming out of halftime, the Lakers saw their lead grow to 7. In the third quarter, the Lakers held Ohio Dominican to just 23% shooting, while forcing 8 turnovers.
Lauren Klare and Danielle Grim scored buckets in the opening minutes of the final quarter to give the Lakers a double-digit lead, and the flood gates opened. The Lakers put it on and grew their lead further in the 4th to earn a convincing win, 60-48.
Highlights:
Bailey Kuhns has been a model of consistency so far this season. Averaging 17 points per game, Kuhns is proving to be a problem for opposing defenses. On the day, Kuhns finished with 19 points and 2 rebounds.
Danielle Grim has led and continues to lead the Laker backcourt. The native of Columbus, OH felt right at home this afternoon, finishing the day with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists.
Paige Woodford often does a lot of little things that don't always show up in the stat sheet. Today, she added 13 points, which included some key shots from beyond the arc.
A lot can be said of individual play, but the Lakers can come at you from anywhere. With 11 returning players, Brooklyn Kohlheim's group shares an identity that not only includes talent, but leadership and poise, and it's shows.
Next Game:
Mercyhurst is back in action on Friday, December 1st as they travel to East Stroudsburg University to take on the Warriors. They remain on the road on December 2nd and take an hour ride down to Kutztown University. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM and 1:00 PM respectively.
