The Nichols College women's basketball team secured a 81-57 victory against Wentworth Institute of Technology, with graduate guard Leandra Ortiz surpassing 1,000 career points. Graduate Kiera Fernandes led with 16 points and 10 rebounds, supported by Ortiz, Summer Klein, and Adriana Romano each contributing 11 points, and Alyvia Smith adding 10 points. The Bison capitalized on turnovers, scoring 52 points off of 47 Wentworth turnovers and dominating the third quarter to seal the win. Nichols now stands at 11-11 (6-7 CCC) overall, while Wentworth dropped to 4-16 (0-13 CCC).

By the Numbers
  • Graduate Kiera Fernandes: 16 points, 10 rebounds
  • Nichols shooting percentage: 33-of-89 (37.1%) from the field
  • Nichols scored 52 points off 47 Wentworth turnovers
State of Play
  • Nichols: 11-11 (6-7 CCC) overall
  • Wentworth: 4-16 (0-13 CCC)
What's Next

Women's Basketball returns home for Senior Night and National Women in Sports Day on Saturday, February 10th, hosting Suffolk University for a 1:00 PM tipoff at the Nichols Athletic Center.

Bottom Line

The Nichols College women's basketball team's victory, led by Ortiz's milestone achievement and Fernandes' standout performance, positions the team for their upcoming game against Suffolk University with momentum and confidence.