The Basics
Score: MNU 90 - Peru State 51
Record: MNU (5-2, 3-0), Peru State (3-4, 1-2)
Location: AWAC - Peru, Neb.
PERU, Neb. – MNU cruised to an emphatic 90-51 victory over Peru State, extending their conference record to 3-0. The Pioneers dominated from start to finish, outscoring the Bobcats in every quarter and forcing 22 turnovers.
Grace Carlson and Kameron Green set the tone early, combining for 35 points and keeping the Bobcats on their heels. MNU's defense limited Peru State to just 35.8% shooting, while the Pioneers shot 48.4%, including 10 three-pointers. The game was decided by halftime, with MNU holding a commanding 52-24 lead.
Turning Point
A 26-14 opening quarter, powered by a barrage of three-pointers from Carlson, Mary Lukert, and Keona Schenck, put MNU in the driver's seat, and they never looked back.
Inside the Box Score
- MNU held Peru State to just 9 points off turnovers while scoring 38 themselves.
- The Pioneers' bench contributed 34 points.
Individual Leaders
Up Next
The next game is Saturday at Mount Mercy (4-1, 2-0) at noon.
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