Parkside opened its season with an 88-68 upset of No. 7 Minnesota State, powered by Cassidy Arni’s game-high 30 points. The Rangers broke the game open with a 10-0 fourth-quarter run, earning their first win over the Mavericks and snapping a 12-game losing streak in the series.

By the Numbers
  • Arni: 30 points on 14-for-19 shooting.
  • Lillie Petersen: 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 steals.
  • Parkside scored 29 points off 22 Minnesota State turnovers.
  • The Rangers had a 62-32 edge in points in the paint.
Yes, But

Minnesota State cut the deficit to 11 late in the fourth quarter, but Parkside answered with 10 straight points to put the game out of reach.

What's Next

Parkside travels to St. Louis to face Maryville on Friday, Nov. 13, at 1 p.m. CT.

Bottom Line

Parkside paired Arni’s scoring with pressure defense and a dominant inside game to deliver a statement season-opening win over a ranked opponent.