THE BASICS
Score: Madonna 50, University of Northwestern Ohio 53
Record: MU (2-23, 2-15 WHAC), UNOH (10-17, 6-11 WHAC)
Location: MU Activities Center - Livonia, Mich.
LIVONIA, Mich. – The Madonna University women's basketball team was not able to improve their winning streak to three games as they dropped a heartbreaker to the University of Northwestern Ohio on Wednesday night at the MU Activities Center.
The Crusaders had a strong start on both ends of the court, jumping out to a 15-10 lead at the conclusion of the first quarter. Sydney Brown took control offensively in the second quarter, scoring six of Madonna's 11 points, propelling the Blue and Gold to a 26-22 lead at halftime. The Racers reclaimed their first lead since the first minute of the first quarter at the 6:09 mark of the third, going on a  8-3 run to put them ahead 31-29. As the two teams traded baskets for the remainder of the quarter, it was the Crusaders finishing on top by a score of 41-37. In a fourth quarter saw three lead changes and come down to the final buzzer, the Racers were able to hold off the Crusaders for a 53-50 victory.
TURNING POINT
INDIVIDUAL LEADERS
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
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The Crusaders shot 34.5 percent (19-55) from the field, 15.4 percent (2-13) from beyond the arc, and 58.8 percent (10-17) from the free throw line. The Racers shot 36.2 percent (21-58) from field goal range, 20 percent (2-10) from deep, and 64.3 percent (9-14) from the free throw line.
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The Crusaders got out-rebounded 29-46 and lost the battle in the paint giving up 32 points compared to their 22.
UP NEXT
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The Crusaders finish out conference play with a three game away stand, starting at NAIA Receiving Votes University of Michigan-Dearborn on Saturday, Feb. 9. Tip off is slated for 1:00 p.m.
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