The Basics
Score: MNU 90 - CU 82
Records: MNU (16-9, 15-7), Clarke (17-9, 13-9)
Location: Dubuque, Iowa
DUBUQUE, Iowa -
Ellie Dietz scored a career-high 21 points off the bench in MNU's 90-82 victory at Clarke on Monday. The Crusaders started the game on a 12-5 run before MNU fought back to take a 44-41 lead at halftime. The lead increased to 11 in the 4th before Clark clawed back to within 2 in the final minute, but MNU made enough free throws to grab the win.
Turning Point
MNU went on a 13-2 run in the second quarter to turn a 1-point deficit into a 9-point lead.
Individual Leaders
Jayden Oliver had 23 points and 4 assists.
Ellie Dietz recorded a career-high 21 points on 6-10 shooting in 20 minutes off the bench.
Lyndsee Johnson had 11 points, 7 assists, and 7 rebounds. And
Tristin Wicks had 9 points and 12 rebounds in 9 minutes.
Inside the Box Score
None of the MNU regular post players (Wicks, Moia, Jovovic) played more than 10 minutes.
News & Notes
- MNU scored 90 points for the first time since dropping 108 in December, and it is the 3rd time scoring 80+ this season.
Up Next
The next game is Wednesday at home vs. Heart-leading and #10-ranked Baker (22-4, 20-2) at 5:30.
