Columbia, Mo. – The Columbia College women's basketball team earned their first win of the season today in the Arena of Southwell Complex. The Cougars defeated Benedictine (Kan.), 72-61, and move to 1-0 on the season.

It was all Columbia in the first quarter as they went on an 11-0 run and led by as many as 14 points. The Ravens came within four in the second quarter, but Columbia maintained their lead throughout the rest of the half.

Benedictine came within three mid-way through the third quarter, but the Cougars provided themselves an extra cushion going on a 15-0 run. Columbia came out on top 72-61.

Key Moment
A 15-0 run by the Cougars in the third quarter set the tone for the remainder of the game, leading them to victory.
By the Numbers
43-34 – The Cougars had a 43 percent field goal percentage while the Ravens shot 34 percent
42-37 – Columbia out rebounded Benedictine by five
9-13 – The Ravens recorded four more steals than the Cougars

Columbia College Leaders
Scoring Leader – Mallory Shetley (15)
Rebounding Leader – Clare Shetley, Geena Stephens (7)
Assist Leader – Mallory Shetley, Geena Stephens (3)

Benedictine Leaders
Scoring Leader – Skylar Washington (16)
Rebounding Leader – Reis Carlson (8)
Assist Leader – Twilah Carrasquillo, Natalie Smaron, Aaliyah Raines, Brynn MKaul (2)
Up Next
The Cougars are scheduled to host William Penn (Iowa) on Wednesday, November 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the Arena of Southwell Complex.