Ostenson's Career High Leads MNU to Season Opening Win

The Basics
Score: MNU 83 - St. Mary 68
Record: MNU (1-0), USM (0-1)
Location: Ryan Sports Center - Leavenworth, Kan.

LEAVENWORTH, Kan. - Lydia Ostenson scored 15 points in the 1st quarter as MNU beat St. Mary 83-68 in the season opener on Friday. The Pioneers came out hot, scoring 28 in the opening 10 minutes on 10-16 shooting which led to a 45-35 halftime lead. The advantage was extended by 5 in the 3rd quarter, and the Pioneers cruised to a 15-point victory.

Turning Point
The first quarter blitz set the tone.

Inside the Box Score
MNU shot 55%.

Individual Leaders
Lydia Ostenson shot 8-13 for a career-high 26 points. TrEl'Shawn Smith shot 7-12 for 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Arielle Sargent shot 6-10 for 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 blocks. And Rachel Seibold shot 5-9 for 12 points.

Up Next
The next game is Saturday vs. Bethany (at St. Mary) (2-1) at 12:00.