SPOKANE, Wash. — Walla Walla University women's basketball fell to the University of Providence, 73-49, Sunday afternoon on the second day of the Northwest Crossover Classic.
The Wolves struggled to find their rhythm offensively against the Argos, shooting 26.4% from the field and 21.2% from 3-point range. Providence established an early advantage, taking a 23-12 lead after the first quarter before extending its advantage to 49-22 by halftime.
Walla Walla looked to respond after the break, but Providence maintained control through the third quarter. The Wolves found more success in the final period, scoring 17 points — their highest output of the game — but the deficit proved too much to overcome.
Senior
Allison Haslam led the Wolves with 19 points, knocking down three 3-pointers and going 6-for-6 from the free-throw line.
Delaney Gunther added six points off the bench, connecting on two shots from beyond the arc.
Sidney Folkenberg led Walla Walla on the glass with eight rebounds while contributing seven points.
Atira Moore added five points, five assists and five steals, leading the Wolves in both categories.
Providence shot 50.9% from the field and scored 44 points in the paint, helping the Argos build a lead that reached 29 points in the third quarter. Walla Walla held a 14-13 advantage in second-chance points but was unable to overcome Providence's efficient shooting.
UP NEXT: The Wolves will prepare for their matchup against Northwest Nazarene University on Nov. 6 at 3 p.m.
