Dominant Second Half Allows #2 Lakers to Pull Away From #7 Ashland
The #2 GVSU women's basketball team surged in the second half, overpowering #7 Ashland with a 67-42 victory. After a tight first half, the Lakers outscored the Eagles 38-20 in the latter half. Rylie Bisballe and Nicole Kamin were key offensive players, each contributing 14 points as GVSU maintained a solid lead throughout the game. The victory marks the Lakers’ seventh win of the season as they prepare for their next game on December 5 against SVSU.
By the Numbers- GVSU scored 38 points in the second half compared to Ashland's 20.
- Rylie Bisballe led with 14 points, adding five rebounds.
- Nikki Kamin contributed 14 points with four rebounds and four steals.
While GVSU showcased dominance in the second half, the slow start in the first 20 minutes raised questions about their offensive consistency against tougher opponents.
State of Play- The Lakers are currently ranked #2 in the nation, having faced three top-10 opponents this season.
- GVSU's strong performance against Ashland positions them well leading into GLIAC play.
GVSU will look to maintain their momentum as they head into GLIAC play on December 5, aiming to extend their winning streak against SVSU.
Bottom LineGVSU's second-half performance highlights their potential, but consistent execution from the start will be crucial as they gear up for the more competitive GLIAC landscape.
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