Hey everyone, check out the latest basketball showdown between Ottawa University and Briar Cliff University! The game went down at Wilson Field House, and let me tell you, it was a real nail-biter. The Ottawa Braves took on Baker University and came out on top with a 59-50 victory. That’s right, the Braves snapped their six-game losing streak against the Wildcats and secured their first win over BU in a long time. It’s a big deal, folks!
Janiyah Hendricks was on fire, scoring a career-high 16 points for the Braves, while Jayla Johnson came off the bench and added 11 points to the scoreboard. These players really brought their A-game, and it showed in the final score.
Now, let’s talk stats. Ottawa is averaging 87.5 points, 51.5 rebounds, and 20.5 assists per game. That’s some serious skill right there. And check this out, Abby Dietsche is leading the Braves in scoring with an average of 18 points per game. She’s a force to be reckoned with on the court!
But wait, there’s more! Thursday’s game marked the second meeting between Ottawa and Briar Cliff, and it was a showdown you didn’t want to miss. The first game between these two teams happened way back in 1997, and Briar Cliff came out on top with a 99-61 win. It’s been a while, but now it’s time for a rematch!
Speaking of Briar Cliff, they’re not to be underestimated. The Chargers are ranked no. 12 in the NAIA Women’s Basketball Coaches Top 25, and they’re coming off a solid 85-48 victory over Avila University. With an average of 103 points per game, Briar Cliff is definitely a force to be reckoned with.
So, mark your calendars and get ready for some intense basketball action. It’s game on between Ottawa and Briar Cliff, and you won’t want to miss it!