Ashland, Ore. – The Wolves kicked off 2019 with a trip against No. 18 Southern Oregon University. A 30-10 scoring advantage after the first quarter would be the difference in helping the Raiders pick up their fifth win in conference play.
THE BASICS:
Final: No. 18 Southern Oregon 73, Walla Walla 49
Records: Southern Oregon (9-4, 5-2 CCC), WWU (2-14, 1-6 CCC)
GAME NOTES:
- Southern Oregon would knock down 11 triples in the first half for a 47-24 scoring advantage.
- After the Raiders extended their halftime lead after the third quarter, the Wolves would register a 10-0 run to begin the fourth quarter, but it was not enough to overcome the Raiders hot start in the opening quarter.
- Despite the loss to the Raiders, the Wolves would notch their season high in assists (12).
PLAYER SPOTLIGHTS:
- Wolves forward Titi Graham notched her first career double-double with 14 points (career high) and 10 rebounds.
- Ariel Augustine, who came off the bench, led the Raiders with 25 points while recording six rebounds.
NEXT GAME:
The Wolves will look to bounce back, as they square off for their second matchup with No. 18 Southern Oregon Raiders tomorrow night. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the Lithia Motors Pavilion.
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