The George Fox women's basketball team experienced a game of runs, highlighted by a 23-1 surge in the third quarter, but ultimately fell to the Willamette Bearcats 67-75 after a 26-3 run from the Bearcats in Salem, Ore.

Why It Matters

The loss marks the Bruins' third straight defeat, leaving them 2-13 (2-6 NWC) in the conference, while the Bearcats advance to 9-7 (6-1 NWC) on the season.

By the Numbers
  • Erin Yoshitake tied her career high with six triples and achieved a career-high 22 points.
  • Top scorers for the Bruins included Ella Roberts with 16 points, Alyssa Wells with 13 points and five rebounds, and Mia Skoro with a career-high four assists.
What Happens Next

The Bruins will travel to Tacoma, Wash. to face the Puget Sound Loggers on Friday, January 26, at 6:00 p.m.

Bottom Line

The George Fox women's basketball team's impressive 23-1 run in the third quarter was not enough to secure a victory, leading to their third consecutive loss and impacting their conference standing.