The MSU Moorhead women's basketball team secured their 10th NSIC win of the season in a 55-46 victory over Wayne State, with Natalie Jens contributing 22 crucial points to the triumph. The team jumped out to a 9-2 lead in the first seven minutes of the game, holding a significant advantage throughout the match. Ashley Gustavson's swift eight points off the bench helped the Dragons maintain a strong lead, finishing the first half with a 30-21 advantage. Despite Wayne State's attempts to narrow the gap in the third and fourth quarters, MSUM's solid defense and Jens's scoring prowess ultimately sealed the 55-46 win.

By the Numbers
  • Natalie Jens: 22 points, eight rebounds, four assists, two steals
  • Top Dragons: Terryn Johnson - nine points, 10 rebounds; Abby Berge - eight points; Ashley Gustavson - eight points, seven rebounds
  • MSUM's previous two-game regular season sweep over Wayne St. was during the 2004-2005 season
State of Play
  • MSUM secures their 10th NSIC win of the season with a 55-46 victory over Wayne State
  • The team maintains a strong lead throughout the game, ultimately holding off Wayne State's attempts to narrow the gap
  • MSUM's solid defense and Natalie Jens's scoring prowess were pivotal in securing the win
  • MSUM (10-14, 10-9 NSIC) plays their final regular season home game tomorrow afternoon against Augustana
Bottom Line

The MSU Moorhead women's basketball team showcased a dominant performance, led by Natalie Jens, to secure their 10th NSIC win of the season in a 55-46 victory over Wayne State. With Jens contributing 22 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and two steals, and bolstered by a previous season sweep over Wayne St., MSUM's triumph sets the stage for their final regular season home game against Augustana.