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Lady Cougars Improve to 3-0 with Win over Heidelberg
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio. – The Mount Vernon Nazarene University women's basketball team (3-0) had its home opener against Heidelberg University in Ariel Arena on Friday, November 3.
MVNU used a strong fourth quarter to improve to 3-0 on the season. MVNU outscored the guests 22-8 in the final period to secure the 62-50 win.
Inside the Box Score:
MVNU had 15 assists to just 10 turnovers in the game. The Lady Cougars forced 15 turnovers on defense.
MVNU held Heidelberg to 28.6% shooting from the field. MVNU shot 39.7% from the field on the night. The Lady Cougars overcame a rough shooting night from three as it shot 1-18 beyond the arc.
Angela Roshak – 13 points and 11 rebounds. Roshak set a new program record with 9 blocks.
Peyton Davis – 12 points (6-10 FG), 4 steals, 3 assists, 3 rebounds.
Emily Walker – 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-5 3PT), 6 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal.
Madelyn Lawson – 7 points (3-6 FG), 7 rebounds, 1 block.
Noelle Lavery – 7 points (3-11 FG), 6 rebounds, 1 block.
What's Next:
MVNU hosts Lourdes University for homecoming on Friday, November 10. Tip-off is set for 5:00pm.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is a private, four-year, intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults. With a 327-acre main campus in Mount Vernon, Ohio, MVNU emphasizes academic excellence, spiritual growth, and service to community and church. MVNU offers an affordable education both in-seat and online to nearly 2,000 students from 25 states and 11 foreign countries.