MEQUON, Wis. – The Concordia Wisconsin women's basketball team battled against UW-Stevens Point on Saturday afternoon but ultimately fell 58-36 at the R. John Buuck Fieldhouse.
First Half
The Pointers established an early advantage, scoring the first four points of the afternoon before Gunderson put the Falcons on the board with a three-pointer off an assist from
Kristin Wentling. Butterbrodt followed with a jumper, keeping Concordia within striking distance.
UW-Stevens Point continued to find its rhythm offensively, using its presence in the paint to build a 17-9 lead after the opening quarter.
The Falcons looked to respond in the second quarter, with Gunderson knocking down another three-pointer to provide an offensive spark. However, the Pointers maintained control of the game, holding Concordia to seven points in the period while adding 15 of their own to take a 32-16 advantage into halftime.
Second Half
Concordia continued to compete coming out of the break. Gunderson connected from beyond the arc, while Butterbrodt and Minar helped generate offense around the basket.
The Falcons found some success attacking the paint, but UW-Stevens Point continued to answer on the other end. The Pointers added 11 points in the third quarter to extend their advantage to 43-25 heading into the final period.
In the fourth quarter, Butterbrodt opened the scoring for the Falcons with a jumper assisted by Minar. Minar later added a layup and converted a free throw, while
Alyana Feekes and Minar provided additional baskets down the stretch.
Despite the late offensive effort, the Pointers maintained their lead to secure the 58-36 victory.
Highlights
Gunderson lead the Falcons with 12 points and five rebounds. Butterbrodt put up eight points and two rebounds. Minar recorded seven points and one rebound. Concordia Wisconsin finished with 26 rebounds and nine steals.
Up Next
The Falcons will return to action Wednesday, November 18 at 7 p.m. against Wisconsin Lutheran in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
