The Houghton Highlanders secure their first trip to the Empire 8 championship game by defeating the Nazareth Golden Flyers 63-52 on the Golden Flyers' home court, showcasing their strong defense throughout the game.

By the Numbers
  • Houghton held Nazareth, a team averaging over 71 points per game, to 52 points and a 30.9% shooting percentage.
  • Kayla Camacho, a first-team all-conference selection, recorded a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds.
State of Play
  • The Highlanders will face the top-seeded St. John Fisher University in the Empire 8 championship game on Saturday at 1:00 p.m.
  • St. John Fisher University advanced by defeating the Hartwick Hawks, setting up an exciting championship showdown.
What's Next

The Highlanders look forward to preparing for the championship game and aim to continue their impressive performance to secure the Empire 8 title.

Bottom Line

The Houghton Highlanders' victory over Nazareth propels them to the Empire 8 championship game, where they will face a tough opponent in St. John Fisher University, showcasing their strength on both ends of the court.