Dartmouth women’s basketball secured a 65-55 victory over Siena, propelled by a strong 14-0 run in the first half. Nina Minicozzi led the charge with 14 points, contributing significantly with four 3-pointers. The win improves Dartmouth's record to 3-1, their best start since the 2019-20 season, while Siena remains winless at 0-4. Despite Siena's attempts to close the gap, Dartmouth maintained their lead throughout the game, finishing strong in the fourth quarter.

By the Numbers
  • Dartmouth shot 34.8% from the floor and made 24 of 30 free throws, marking the most free throws in a game in over 10 years.
  • Four Dartmouth players scored in double figures, with Minicozzi leading at 14 points and Cate MacDonald contributing a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
State of Play
  • Dartmouth has shown resilience, defending against Siena's attempts to come back in the second half.
  • The Big Green's previous game against Colby-Sawyer also featured a double-double performance from Zeynep Ozel.
What's Next

Dartmouth will pause for final exams before returning to the court on Tuesday, December 2, for a matchup against Merrimack. Their current momentum could be crucial in building on this positive start to the season.

Bottom Line

The victory marks a significant step forward for Dartmouth, indicating improved team cohesion and performance, especially with multiple players stepping up in key moments. Maintaining this momentum will be vital as they seek to solidify their standing in the upcoming games.